Walking sleepily into the kitchen this morning, the only thing I had on my mind was pancakes for breakfast.
I got to work matching a batch of banana protein pancakes and in no time at all, our house was filled with the smell of banana bread and syrup.
Banana Protein Pancakes
Makes six pancakes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 1 small banana, mashed
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 2 egg whites
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Directions:
- Spray pan with cooking spray and heat to a medium heat
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and blend with an immersion blender (or blend in a food processor) until batter is thick, relatively smooth and all ingredients are fully mixed
- Pour batter onto the warm pan to form six medium-sized pancakes
- Allow to cook until edges start to harden, about three minutes
- Flip pancakes and allow to cook for approximately two more minutes
- Top with syrup and enjoy
Off to church!
Have a nice, relaxing Sunday!
Katie @ Peace Love & Oats
Yum! Looks good! What would you recommend putting in place of the cottage cheese? I am just not a fan, but these look great! Greek yogurt, perhaps? Thanks Julie!
Laura
yes! or ricotta cheese!
peanutbutterfingers
This week has involved several pancake breakfasts- always feels special!
Khushboo
I widh i had these instead of the green smoothie I’m slurping- but hey, only 10 minutes to church so not a lot of time. Looks nice for after church though. Got to go- have a blessed Sunday!
Sarah
I wish I didn’t just eat breakfast, because these would have been much more exciting!
Brittany from CountingMyCupcakes
is this 2 servings or a single?
Cait
it could work for 2 people, but i’d want something extra… maybe a nectarine on the side or topped with peanut butter?
peanutbutterfingers
Hi, would Greek yogurt be a good sub for cottage cheese? I don’t have cottage cheese in my ref at the moment, but I have everything else!
LALD
yes! that should work! if the batter is too runny, just add more oats.
peanutbutterfingers
Thank you for the tip and your time! Have a nice week!
LALD
Yummy! I love pancakes. They are the perfect weekend breakfast. I made a very similar recipe last week but can’t wait to try your recipe soon. Have a great Sunday
Antonia @ healthinspirations
yum! can’t wait to try this one out! i’ve been on a pancake kick lately, so i’ve been on the lookout for new pancake recipes.
Ashley @ My Food ‘N’ Fitness Diaries
Enjoy your Sunday! These look delicious. But really, any and all pancakes look good to me!
I had a Belgian waffle from the hotel this morning … yum!
Kristen @ notsodomesticated
Hey Julie! I’ve read your blog for a year now, and just wanted to give you a little shout out and let you know that I love starting my mornings looking at your blog, I feel like we’re friends
Happy Sunday!
Jennifer
thanks so much, jennifer! what a nice comment!
peanutbutterfingers
Yum! I had pancakes too… but mine were frozen from whole foods! Sweet potato pancakes, very good! You should try them!
Vanessa
I also made banana pancakes this morning – perfect Sunday morning breakfast!
Caroline @ After Dinner Dance
Do you ever eat pancakes from box mixes? Just wondering
Marie
sometimes. i like fiber one pancake mix or bisquick heart smart, but i rarely buy the box mixes.
peanutbutterfingers
I totally understand the Sunday morning breakfast routine. I made Banana Baked Oatmeal this morning!
Colleen @ Miss Petite Sweets
Cottage cheese? Can you taste it in there? How does it affect the texture?…
Shay @ Whine Less, Breathe More
can’t taste it at all! if you blend it enough you can’t even notice an odd texture. they aren’t “fluffy” like regular pancakes, but are rather dense because of the oats.
peanutbutterfingers
Haha, I made the exact same thing for breakfast this morning!!! Minus the cottage cheese but still…
Lina
these look delicious! definitely making them soon
Natasha
Have you got Jack Johnson’s ‘Banana Pancakes’ playing in the background – it would be a perfect accompaniment!
Emma
love that song!
peanutbutterfingers
I know what I’m having for breakfast tomorrow, thanks Julie!
Grecia
Protein pancakes topped with 2 sunny side up eggs was breakfast for me and Keith this morning! Pancakes are always a weekend staple for us!
Kelly
oooh! love the idea of topping them with eggs. brilliant! the sweet + salty combo is never lost on me.
peanutbutterfingers
These sound delicious! I am always on the lookout for new pancake recipes to try
Quick question: what kind of syrup do you use? I’ve always eaten mine dry because I know most syrups are jam-packed with sugar and calories. Any low-cal, healthier recommendations?
Megan @ The I Do Diaries
they actually make sugar-free syrups if you aren’t averse to artificial sweeteners.
i typically use light syrup and am not really picky with the brand since i use it so infrequently.
peanutbutterfingers
This looks so yummy! I second Megan’s question – I always feel so guilty when I pour on sugary syrup…any recommendations for a healthier version?
Katie
hi katie! they actually make sugar-free syrups if you aren’t averse to artificial sweeteners. i typically use light syrup and am not really picky with the brand since i use it so infrequently. sometimes i just won’t even use syrup (i don’t LOVE it) and will opt for peanut butter or even a small bit of honey instead.
peanutbutterfingers
Peanut butter or honey sounds great! Thanks, Julie!
Katie
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Matt @ RecipeLion
WHat church do you go to?
Alice Lee
I haven’t had pancakes in ages–now I want some! I need someone around to make them for me!
Shannon
Sitting at my kitchen table on Sunday morning with my coffee, saw your pancake post, and had them made in minutes! Dee-lish!
lisamack
I just made these pancakes and they were delish!! I don’t like cottage cheese generally and I couldn’t even taste it. I will definitely make these again. thanks for the recipe!
Laura
Just wanted to let you know I saw these and knew I wanted to try them out! I made them for my whole family including two tween-aged very picky eaters, and everyone gobbled them right up and asked for more! I was so pleased to show them a healthy way to have some pancakes…we will definitely make them again! Thanks for sharing your recipe!
Lauren
ah, thanks for posting this recipe! Made them morning for my roommates and I…they were delicious!! Definitely going to make these …when I’m feeling generous again. Ha.
Erica
I am a huge PBFingers fan and have been copying all your recipes, this is by FAR my favorite one!!!
Thanks for the ideas
Melissa Johannesen