Description:
These bite-sized pancakes are soft, fluffy, and naturally sweetened with banana. Packed with protein from cottage cheese and eggs, and wholesome oats, they make a perfect kid-friendly breakfast or a healthy snack.
Ingredients (Makes ~12 bites)
- 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
- Pinch of salt
- Coconut oil or butter, for greasing
Optional toppings: honey, nut butter, fresh fruit, or chocolate chips
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin with coconut oil or butter. -
Prepare the Batter:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the banana, cottage cheese, and eggs. Blend until smooth.
- Add the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend again until well combined. The batter should be slightly thick but pourable.
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Fill the Muffin Tin:
Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full. -
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. -
Cool & Serve:
Allow the pancake bites to cool slightly in the tin before removing. Serve warm or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. -
Optional Serving Ideas:
- Drizzle with honey or maple syrup.
- Spread nut butter on top.
- Add fresh berries or sliced banana for extra flavor.
💡 Tips:
- For extra protein, add a scoop of vanilla or unflavored protein powder.
- These bites can also be frozen. Just thaw or microwave for 20–30 seconds for a quick snack.
- If you don’t have a blender, mash the banana well and mix the rest of the ingredients manually.
