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A warm, easy breakfast made with everyday ingredients
Cold mornings call for something warm and easy. These banana and cottage cheese pancakes blend together quickly for a simple breakfast before work.
Why you’ll love this recipe
Banana adds natural sweetness, while eggs and cottage cheese add protein without the need for protein powder. This recipe serves 2 and can also be made ahead for faster mornings.
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A little oil or butter for the pan
Method
- Blend the banana, eggs, cottage cheese, oats, baking powder, cinnamon and vanilla until mostly smooth.
- Heat a lightly greased non-stick frying pan over medium-low heat.
- Spoon small rounds of batter into the pan. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the edges begin to set, then flip and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Serve warm with Greek yoghurt, berries or your favourite simple topping.
Tips and easy swaps
- No blender? Mash the banana well, then whisk everything together for a more rustic texture.
- Making them ahead? Refrigerate promptly and reheat until steaming hot before serving.
Key takeaway
A warm breakfast does not need to be complicated. Blend, cook and top these pancakes your way for an easy start to a busy morning.
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