🍓🍌 Fluffy Strawberry Banana Cottage Cheese Pancake Bites – Sweet, Healthy & High-Protein These Strawberry Banana Cottage Cheese Pancake Bites are soft, fluffy, and naturally sweet. Packed with protein and made with simple ingredients, they’re perfect for breakfast, quick snacks, or easy meal prep. Bite-sized, delicious, and great for grab-and-go mornings. Nutrition info (per 3 bites, makes ~12): Approx. 155 kcal | 10g protein | 5g fat | 13g net carbs | Gluten-free | Refined sugar-free Ingredients: 1 ripe banana (mashed) ½ cup cottage cheese 2 large eggs ¼ cup oat flour (or almond flour for lower carbs) 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional, to taste) ½ tsp vanilla extract ½ tsp baking powder Pinch of salt ½ cup chopped strawberries Optional Topping: A drizzle of peanut butter or Greek yogurt + honey. 📌 Full recipe, step-by-step with helpful tips 👇👇 Step 1: Preheat & Prepare Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin or line it with mini liners. Step 2: Combine the Wet Ingredients In a mixing bowl, mash the banana until smooth. Add the cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir well until the mixture is evenly combined. Step 3: Add the Dry Ingredients Mix in the oat flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt until a thick batter forms. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries. Step 4: Fill & Bake Spoon the batter evenly into the mini muffin cups. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the bites are puffed and lightly golden. Step 5: Cool & Serve Let them cool for a few minutes before removing from the pan. Enjoy them warm, or chill them for an easy grab-and-go snack. ✨ Tips: For a fun banana-split twist, add a few mini chocolate chips to the batter. Make a double batch and freeze the extras—just reheat in the air fryer or microwave. These are kid-friendly and perfect for breakfast meal prep during busy weeks.