What does adding cottage cheese to pancake mix do?

Cottage cheese boosts protein, adds moisture, and helps bind the batter together. It gives the pancakes a creamier texture and keeps them from drying out—especially helpful in flourless recipes or when using oats.

Do banana and cottage cheese go together?

Yes, beautifully. Banana brings natural sweetness and potassium, while cottage cheese adds creamy, tangy balance. Together, they create a pancake that's both nourishing and flavorful without needing added sugar.

Why aren’t my cottage cheese pancakes fluffy?

There are a few common culprits: over-blending, skipping baking powder, or using a pan that’s too cold or too hot. Let the batter rest, blend gently, and cook on medium heat for the perfect rise and texture.

What are cottage cheese pancakes called?

They’re often called Syrniki in Eastern Europe or simply protein pancakes or blender pancakes in the U.S. They go by many names, but the ingredients and comforting taste remain consistent.

Banana Cottage Cheese Pancakes: Fluffy, Healthy & Easy

Name: Banana Cottage Cheese Pancakes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6–8 pancakes
Cuisine: American, French-inspired
Ingredients: 1 cup cottage cheese; 1 ripe banana; 1 large egg; 1 cup rolled oats; 2 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp cinnamon; 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional); Pinch of salt; Butter or oil for cooking

Banana Cottage Cheese Pancakes: Fluffy, Healthy & Easy

These banana cottage cheese pancakes are naturally sweet, high in protein, and blended in under 5 minutes for a quick and healthy breakfast. Perfectly fluffy and freezer-friendly!

Author: Hana Martin
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 6–8 pancakes 1x
Category: Breakfast
Method: Blender, Stovetop
Cuisine: American, French-inspired

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup cottage cheese
1 ripe banana
1 large egg
1 cup rolled oats
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Pinch of salt
Butter or oil for cooking

Instructions

1. Add cottage cheese, banana, egg, vanilla, baking powder, cinnamon, oats, and salt to a blender.

2. Blend for 45–60 seconds until smooth.

3. Let batter rest for 5 minutes.

4. Preheat a non-stick pan over medium heat and grease lightly.

5. Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake into the pan.

6. Cook until bubbles form and edges look set, about 2 minutes.

7. Flip and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden.

8. Repeat with remaining batter.

9. Serve warm with toppings of your choice.

Notes

You can substitute almond flour for oats if desired.
Use a ripe banana for best sweetness and texture.
Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze for 1 month.
Reheat in toaster or air fryer for crispy edges.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2–3 pancakes
Calories: 328
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 617mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 86mg

Keywords: banana cottage cheese pancakes, high protein pancakes, healthy breakfast

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