Description
Protein-packed and naturally sweetened with banana, these cottage cheese pancakes are a simple, healthy, and satisfying breakfast option. Ideal for busy mornings, post-workout meals, or kid-friendly recipes.
Ingredients
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1 cup cottage cheese (small curd)
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1 ripe banana, mashed
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2 large eggs
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½ cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp cinnamon
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½ tsp baking powder
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Pinch of salt
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Optional: chocolate chips, chopped nuts, fresh berries
Instructions
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Blend cottage cheese, banana, eggs, oats, vanilla, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt until smooth.
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Heat a skillet over medium and lightly grease.
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Pour ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet.
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Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
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Serve warm with toppings of your choice.
Notes
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Make them baby-friendly by omitting salt and sweeteners.
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Substitute almond flour for oats for a grain-free version.
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Store leftovers in fridge (3 days) or freeze with parchment between.
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Reheat in toaster or microwave before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: BREAKFAST
- Method: PAN FRYING
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 Pancakes
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 105g