Cottage Cheese Banana Pancakes

These Cottage Cheese Banana Pancakes offer a delightful blend of flavors and textures, combining the creaminess of cottage cheese with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. Fluffy and satisfying, they make for a nutritious breakfast option that's high in protein and perfect for starting your day off right. Enhanced with a hint of vanilla and a sprinkle of cinnamon, these pancakes are not only delicious but also meet various dietary needs.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or a gluten-free alternative)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Butter or oil for cooking
• Maple syrup or honey for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, mashed bananas, and eggs. Mix until well blended.
2. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid over-mixing.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of butter or oil.
5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
6. Flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
7. Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup or honey, if desired.