Fluffy Cottage Cheese Pancake Bites 🥞 – Protein-Packed, Soft & Guilt-Free
These mini pancake bites are light, fluffy, and loaded with protein thanks to cottage cheese. Perfect for breakfast meal prep, snacking, or kids’ lunchboxes. Enjoy them plain or dress them up with berries, nut butter, or a drizzle of honey!
Ingredients (Makes 18–20 Bites)
1 cup (240 g) cottage cheese
2 large eggs
¼ cup (28 g) almond flour (or oat flour for a softer texture)
1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
1–2 tbsp (15–30 ml) honey or maple syrup (optional)
½ tsp (2.5 g) baking powder
Pinch of salt
Optional toppings: fresh berries, nut butter, honey
Step 1 — Preheat the Oven
Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin pan or line it with mini liners.
Step 2 — Blend the Batter
Add cottage cheese, eggs, flour, vanilla, sweetener (if using), baking powder, and salt to a blender.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 3 — Fill the Pan
Pour the batter into the mini muffin tray, filling each cup about ¾ full.
Step 4 — Bake
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the tops are set and lightly golden.
Step 5 — Cool & Serve
Let them cool for 5 minutes, then pop them out and enjoy warm or cold.
Tips for Success
For extra fluffiness: Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before baking.
Add-ins: Gently fold in mini chocolate chips, chopped fruit, or nuts after blending.
Make ahead: Store in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months.
Time
Prep: 5 minutes
Bake: 12–15 minutes
Total: 20 minutes