Cottage Cheese Banana Oat Protein Pancake Bites Recipe
These Cottage Cheese Banana Oat Protein Pancake Bites are a deliciously healthy and convenient breakfast or snack option. Combining ripe bananas, creamy cottage cheese, wholesome oats, and a hint of cinnamon, these mini pancake bites are packed with protein and natural sweetness. Optional mini chocolate chips add a delightful touch of indulgence. Baked until golden and puffed, they’re perfect for meal prep or on-the-go eating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 mini pancake bites 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1/2 cup (120g) cottage cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (50g) rolled oats
- 1/2 tsp (1g) cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp (2g) baking powder
- 1/4 tsp (1.5g) salt
Optional
- 1/4 cup (45g) mini chocolate chips
For Greasing
- Cooking spray or butter (for greasing the muffin tin)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin thoroughly using cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the mashed banana, cottage cheese, rolled oats, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and well combined, ensuring even texture throughout.
- Add Chocolate Chips: If using mini chocolate chips, gently stir them into the blended batter by hand to distribute evenly without melting.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Pour the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full to allow space for rising during baking.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes. The pancake bites should be golden brown on top and puffed up when done.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the pancake bites cool for about 5 minutes. Then carefully remove them from the tin and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based yogurt.
- You can omit the chocolate chips or replace them with chopped nuts or dried fruits.
- These pancake bites can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently in the microwave or toaster oven before serving.
- Ensure bananas are ripe for optimal sweetness and moisture.
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