Protein Pancake Bowl with Cottage Cheese and Oats Recipe
This Protein Pancake Bowl is a cozy and nourishing breakfast option that naturally packs 27 grams of protein without using protein powder. Made with simple ingredients like cottage cheese, oats, and egg, it creates a fluffy, golden bake that is easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite mix-ins. Perfect for meal prep and a wholesome start to your day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving (1 bowl)
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ½ cup quick oats or oat flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- 1 egg
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- 1–2 tablespoon maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoon milk of choice
Optional Mix-ins
- Berries
- Chocolate chips
- Nuts
- Seeds
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a small oven-safe dish that is between 5 to 8 inches wide to prevent sticking.
- Blend Ingredients: Add the oats, baking powder, baking soda, egg, cottage cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and milk to a blender. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and uniform.
- Pour and Fold: Pour the blended batter into the prepared dish. Gently fold in any optional mix-ins like berries or chocolate chips to evenly distribute them without overmixing.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Optional Broil: For an extra golden and slightly crispy crust, optionally broil the pancake bowl for 1 to 2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the protein pancake bowl to cool slightly before serving to enjoy a warm, fluffy, and delicious breakfast.
Notes
- You can substitute oat flour with quick oats by blending them into a flour-like consistency before measuring.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup or using your preferred sweetener.
- Milk can be dairy or plant-based according to your dietary preference.
- Customize with a variety of toppings or mix-ins such as nuts, seeds, or fresh fruits for added texture and flavor.
- This recipe is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge and reheated gently.
