Make these simple, high protein pancakes using banana and cottage cheese for a quick, healthy breakfast. This recipe focuses on efficiency for your busy schedule.
Author:leogrant
Prep Time:5 min
Cook Time:10 min
Total Time:15 min
Yield:About 6 small pancakes 1x
Category:Breakfast
Method:Griddling
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 ripe medium banana
1/2 cup cottage cheese (full fat or low fat)
2 large eggs
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten free blend)
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Cooking spray or oil for the griddle
Instructions
Place the banana, cottage cheese, eggs, flour, baking powder, vanilla extract, and salt into a blender.
Blend on medium-high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides if needed.
Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly coat the surface with cooking spray or oil.
Pour batter onto the hot griddle to form pancakes, using about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake.
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and set in the center. You may need to adjust the heat to prevent burning.
Serve immediately with your preferred toppings.
Notes
For a lower carb option, substitute the flour with 2 tablespoons of almond flour and 1 tablespoon of coconut flour.
If you do not have a blender, mash the banana very well, then vigorously whisk all ingredients together until smooth.
These pancakes are excellent for meal prep breakfast ideas; store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.