This nourishing and tasty weight watchers cottage cheese Banana Oatmeal Protein Pancake promotes weight loss while sating hunger. They are ideal for the Weight Watchers plan because they are made with low Smart Points items. We use tempting pancakes with cottage cheese, ripe bananas, and baking powder. The banana naturally sweetens the mixture without the need for additional sugar, and the cottage cheese offers a creamy texture without making the batter heavy like typical pancake batter. The golden edges and fluffy texture of weight watchers cottage cheese Banana Oatmeal Protein Pancake give a delicious experience without distracting from your health objectives.
Let’s prepare the omelet pancakes with the stovetop instructions (listed below).
STATS
- Course: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American-inspired
- Diet: Weight Watchers
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Preparation Time: Ten mins
- Cooking Time: Fourteen minutes
- Method: Stovetop
EQUIPMENT
- Food blender
- One spoon
- 1 bowl
- Nonstick pan
- Silicone spatula
- Serving plate
INGREDIENTS
- Rolled oats 1/2 cup
- Half a cup of cottage cheese
- One ripe banana, mashed
- 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
- One-fourth tsp of baking powder
- Salt 1/4 tsp
- 1 egg, beaten
- One tbsp of almond butter, optional
- Cooking spray
INSTRUCTIONS
- Add a beaten egg, baking powder, rolled oats, mashed banana, cottage cheese, salt, and vanilla protein powder to a food blender.
- Next, blend all items to make a pancake batter without lumps.
- After blending, pour the batter into a bowl with the help of a spoon. Set it aside.
- Meanwhile, warm a nonstick pan over a medium stovetop flame.
- Next, grease the base of the pan with cooking spray to avoid stickiness.
- After that, spread the batter into the heated pan with a spoon.
- Cook until its upper side is slightly hard and the sides impart a golden color.
- Next, turn it to the other side with a silicone spatula.
- Again, simmer for about 4/7 mins or until cooked well.
- The delicious and nutritious Weight Watchers Cottage Cheese Banana Oatmeal Protein Pancakes are ready.
- Place the hot pancakes on a plate.
- Serve them with syrup or almond butter and enjoy.
ADD-IN AND TOPPING IDEAS
- You can add a slice of fresh kiwi and mango over the baked pancakes for a visual appeal.
- Sautéed peaches also elevate the beauty of the pancakes.
- Pour sugar-free maple syrup over the pancakes.
- A simple spoonful of low-fat whipped cream pairs well with this pancake.
- Sprinkle toasted seeds (pumpkin & sunflower) and cinnamon powder.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
- Serve the protein pancakes with lean sausage or turkey bacon strips.
- Enjoy it with scrambled eggs and a simple whole-grain toast.
- Iced matcha latte or cinnamon-spiced herbal tea pairs well with these oatmeal protein pancakes.
- Accompany these sweet pancakes with mini veggie frittatas.
- Pair the pancakes with roasted sweet potato wedges.
- Matcha energy bites go well with these pancakes.
TIPS
- Use ripe bananas instead of fresh because they provide sweetness and blend easily.
- Choose a good-quality protein powder.
- Try these oat banana pancakes with different types of protein powders, such as casein, for a dense texture.
- Top it with zero-point toppings like sugar-free syrup.
STORAGE INFORMATION
Fridge:
- Save the banana oatmeal pancakes in a sealed container and refrigerate them for 4/7 days.
Freezer:
- We can preserve the cooked pancakes in a covered box and freeze them for forty to ninety days.
Reheating:
- You can reheat frozen pancakes straight from the freezer in a toaster oven, skillet, or microwave. They can also be thawed in the refrigerator for a whole night.
FAQs
Can we use different kinds of cottage cheese?
- Yes, you can use low-fat, fat-free, or full-fat cottage cheese. Remember that the total calorie and fat content, as well as the Weight Watchers Points, will be impacted by the cheese fat.
What is a suitable sweetener for this pancake recipe?
- The sweet taste comes directly from the ripe bananas. Another option is to use a zero-point sweetener, such as erythritol, sugar-free syrup, or stevia.
How can I intensify the flavors of these banana pancakes?
- Cardamom powder, crushed cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla essence are effective spices. You can also add a hint of salt to intensify the taste.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING
Per Person Serving 2 pancakes
Total servings: 4 to 6 pancakes
Total Calories 220 kcal
Carbohydrates 30 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Protein 25 g
Total Fat 6 g
Sugar 10 g
Sodium 200 mg
Each serving of the Banana Oatmeal Protein Pancake has five (5) Weight Watchers points.