Description
These Delicious Cottage Cheese Banana Oat Protein Pancake Bites are a nutritious and tasty breakfast option. Combining the creamy texture of cottage cheese with ripe bananas and hearty oats, these protein-packed pancake bites are easy to make and cook quickly on a skillet. Perfect for a healthy morning treat or a post-workout snack, they can be served with honey or yogurt for added flavor.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup Rolled Oats
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder (fresh)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese (can substitute with low-fat cottage cheese)
- 2 pieces Ripe Bananas (very ripe for best flavor)
- 2 pieces Eggs (can substitute with flaxseed meal and water)
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a mixing bowl, mash the two ripe bananas until smooth. Add one cup of cottage cheese and two eggs, then stir in one cup of rolled oats and one teaspoon of baking powder. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined to form a thick batter.
- Preheat the Skillet: Place a non-stick skillet on the stove over medium heat and let it warm up for 2-3 minutes. To prevent sticking, optionally lightly coat the skillet surface with cooking spray or a small amount of olive oil.
- Cook Pancake Bites: Pour small spoonfuls of the batter onto the preheated skillet, forming small pancake bites. Cook each batch for about 2-3 minutes, waiting until small bubbles appear on the surface indicating they are ready to flip.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: Carefully flip the pancake bites and cook for an additional 2 minutes or until they turn golden brown on the other side and are cooked through.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the cooked pancake bites onto a serving plate. Serve them warm with your choice of honey or yogurt for an added touch of sweetness or creaminess.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
- You can substitute eggs with a flaxseed meal and water mixture for a vegan version.
- Use rolled oats for a chewier texture; quick oats can be used but may affect the bite’s texture.
- Cooking on medium heat prevents burning while ensuring pancakes are cooked through.
- These pancake bites are great for meal prep and can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
