Protein Pancakes

Makes 1-2 servings, but easy to multiply.
Prep Time: 5 mins, Cook Time: 10 mins. Total: 15 mins

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, gluten free if desired

• 1/2 medium banana

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

• 1 egg

• 1/4 cup low fat cottage cheese

• Optional add-ins/toppings: berries, peanut/almond butter, drizzle of Greek yogurt, dark chocolate chips, etc.

Directions:

1. Place all ingredients in a blender and blend unBl completely smooth, about 30 seconds.

2. Lightly coat a large non-sBck skillet or griddle with oil or buger and heat over mediumlow heat. Scoop bager by 1/4 cup onto skillet. Add desired toppings such as berries or chocolate chips.

3. Cook until bubbles appear on top. Flip pancakes and cook unBl golden brown on underside.

4. Wipe skillet clean and repeat with more cooking spray and remaining batter. Makes 3-4 pancakes

5. Note: I will often triple this recipe and freeze pancakes. Just wrap in parchment paper and seal in a freezer bag. Defrost in microwave and add yummy toppings J