Description
These Cottage Cheese Banana Oat Protein Pancake Bites are a delicious and nutritious way to start your day or fuel up for a workout. Packed with protein, natural sweetness, and wholesome oats, they’re a perfect on-the-go breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
1 ripe banana
½ cup cottage cheese
2 large eggs
¾ cup rolled oats
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin or line with paper liners.
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In a blender or food processor, combine the ripe banana, cottage cheese, eggs, oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
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Pour the batter evenly into the muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
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Let cool for a few minutes before removing from the tin.
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Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for later.
Notes
Add-ins like chocolate chips, berries, or chopped nuts can be incorporated for extra flavor.
For a richer taste, add a tablespoon of peanut butter or a pinch of nutmeg.
Use a dairy-free alternative like Greek yogurt or a dairy-free cottage cheese substitute for a dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Meal Prep
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
