Description
These cottage cheese banana oat protein pancake bites are mini, muffin-sized breakfast treats packed with protein, fiber, and natural sweetness. Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, bananas, and cottage cheese, they’re perfect for meal prep, toddler-friendly, and ideal for grab-and-go mornings or healthy snacking.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- ¾ cup cottage cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional mix-ins: ¼ cup mini chocolate chips, blueberries, or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or use silicone liners.
- In a blender or food processor, combine bananas, cottage cheese, eggs, oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and vanilla. Blend until smooth and thick.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Top with optional mix-ins if desired.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until tops are set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Swap cottage cheese with Greek yogurt for a different texture.
- Use oat flour for a smoother, cake-like bite.
- Add a tablespoon of maple syrup or honey for extra sweetness if preferred.
- These freeze and reheat well for quick, protein-packed snacks on the go.