Description
These Fluffy Cottage Cheese Pancake Bites are light, protein-packed, and naturally gluten-free. Perfect for breakfast, meal prep, or a guilt-free snack the whole family will love.
Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese
2 large eggs
¼ cup almond flour (or oat flour for a softer bite)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional for sweetness)
½ tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt
Optional toppings: fresh berries, nut butter, or a drizzle of honey
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a mini muffin tin with silicone liners or lightly grease it.
Step 2: Mix the Batter
In a bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, vanilla, and honey/maple syrup until smooth. Add almond flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until fully combined.
Step 3: Fill the Muffin Tin
Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
Step 4: Bake
Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until lightly golden on top and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
Step 5: Cool & Serve
Let them cool for a few minutes before removing from the tin. Serve warm or at room temperature with your favorite toppings!
Notes
Flour swaps: Use oat flour instead of almond flour for a softer, cake-like bite.
Flavor boosts: Add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or lemon zest.
Mix-ins: Fold in blueberries, mini chocolate chips, or chopped nuts before baking.
Dairy-free: Swap cottage cheese with a dairy-free “ricotta” alternative.
Sugar-free: Skip the honey/maple syrup or replace with your favorite low-calorie sweetener.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Cuisine: American