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Cottage Cheese Banana Oat Protein Pancake Bites

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  • Author: Sue
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15–18 minutes
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 24 mini bites
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

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

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or use silicone liners.
  2. In a blender or food processor, combine bananas, cottage cheese, eggs, oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and vanilla. Blend until smooth and thick.
  3. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
  4. Top with optional mix-ins if desired.
  5. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until tops are set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. 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.