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Banana Cottage Cheese Pancakes Fluffy Banana Cottage Cheese Pancakes - Easy, Protein-Packed Breakfast

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large ripe banana (the spottier, the better)
  • 3/4 cup cottage cheese (small curd or whipped)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup flour (all-purpose or oat flour)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional but lovely)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
  • Butter or oil for the pan
  • Toppings: Sliced banana, berries, maple syrup, yogurt, or peanut butter

Instructions
 

  • Mash the banana: In a medium bowl, mash the ripe banana until mostly smooth.
  • Add wet ingredients: Stir in the cottage cheese, eggs, vanilla, and sweetener (if using). Mix until combined. Some small curds are fine.
  • Whisk in dry ingredients: Add flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Rest the batter: Let the batter sit for 3–5 minutes. This helps the flour hydrate and the pancakes puff.
  • Preheat the pan: Warm a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly coat with butter or oil.
  • Portion and cook: Scoop 1/4-cup portions onto the pan. Cook 2–3 minutes, until bubbles form on top and edges look set.
  • Flip and finish: Flip gently and cook 1–2 minutes more until golden and cooked through.
  • Serve warm: Top with sliced bananas, berries, a drizzle of maple syrup, or a dollop of yogurt.