Fluffy Banana Cottage Cheese Pancakes

Soft, fluffy, and naturally sweet pancakes packed with protein from cottage cheese and bananas. These healthy pancakes are perfect for breakfast, post-workout meals, or meal prep while still tasting rich and comforting.

🛒 Ingredients (Makes 8–10 Pancakes)

🔹 Main Ingredients

• 1 ripe banana
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 2 large eggs
• ¾ cup rolled oats or oat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of cinnamon (optional)

🔹 Optional Add-Ins

• Chocolate chips 🍫
• Blueberries 🫐
• Chopped walnuts 🌰

🍳 Equipment

• Blender or food processor
• Non-stick skillet or griddle

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

🔸 Step 1: Blend Batter

• Add to blender:
  • Banana
  • Cottage cheese
  • Eggs
  • Oats
  • Baking powder
  • Vanilla
  • Cinnamon
• Blend until smooth

👉 Let batter rest 3–5 minutes to thicken slightly

🔸 Step 2: Heat Pan

• Heat lightly greased skillet over medium-low heat

🔸 Step 3: Cook Pancakes

• Pour small rounds of batter onto skillet
• Cook for 2–3 minutes until bubbles appear

🔸 Step 4: Flip

• Flip carefully
• Cook another 1–2 minutes until golden and cooked through

🔸 Step 5: Serve

• Stack pancakes and add favorite toppings

🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Maple syrup 🍁
• Fresh berries 🍓
• Greek yogurt
• Peanut butter 🥜
• Honey drizzle 🍯

💡 Pro Tips

✔ Medium-low heat prevents burning
✔ Smaller pancakes flip easier
✔ Blend oats fully for smoother texture
✔ Ripe bananas add natural sweetness

🔄 Variations

🍫 Chocolate Chip Pancakes

Add mini chocolate chips

🫐 Blueberry Banana

Fold in blueberries

🥜 Peanut Butter Version

Add peanut butter to batter

🌰 Nutty Pancakes

Add chopped walnuts or pecans

❓ FAQs

Can I make them gluten-free?
Yes—use certified gluten-free oats.

Can I freeze pancakes?
Absolutely—freeze with parchment between layers.

Do they taste like cottage cheese?
No, the flavor becomes mild and creamy.

⚖️ Approx. Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: ~180–260
• Protein: ~12g
• Carbs: ~20g
• Fat: ~7g

⚖️ WW Points (Estimated)

🔹 Standard Version

👉 3–5 WW Points

✅ Fat-Free Cottage Cheese Version

👉 2–4 WW Points

🔻 With Chocolate Chips or Syrup

👉 Add 1–3 points