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Protein Pancake Bowl Recipe

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4.2 from 8 reviews

This Protein Pancake Bowl is a wholesome, easy-to-make breakfast option that combines the goodness of oats, cottage cheese, and eggs into a fluffy, baked pancake. It’s packed with protein, naturally sweetened, and customizable with your favorite toppings like berries, chocolate chips, or nuts. Perfect for a nutritious start to your day, this recipe uses an oven-baking method to create a warm, comforting bowl-shaped pancake that’s both satisfying and delicious.

  • Total Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup quick oats or oat flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese
  • 1–2 tbsp maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tbsp milk of choice

Optional Mix-ins

  • berries (fresh or frozen)
  • chocolate chips
  • nuts (such as chopped almonds or walnuts)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a small oven-safe baking dish, bowl, or ramekin, such as a 5×7 inch baking dish, to prevent sticking.
  2. Blend batter ingredients: Add the quick oats or oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, egg, cottage cheese, maple syrup (or preferred sweetener), vanilla extract, and milk to a blender. Blend everything together until you achieve a smooth, thick batter consistency.
  3. Pour and add mix-ins: Pour the blended batter into the prepared baking dish. Gently fold in any optional mix-ins like berries, chocolate chips, or nuts evenly into the batter.
  4. Bake the pancake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake the batter for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the pancake is golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating it is fully cooked.
  5. Broil for a crisp top (optional): For a crisper and slightly browned top, switch your oven to broil and broil the pancake for 1 to 2 minutes at the end of baking. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  6. Add toppings and serve: Remove the pancake from the oven and top with your favorite toppings such as extra syrup, nut butter, or fresh fruit. Serve warm and enjoy your protein-packed breakfast bowl.

Notes

  • You can use either quick oats or oat flour based on availability and preference. Quick oats result in a slightly chunkier texture while oat flour yields a smoother pancake.
  • Adjust the amount of milk to achieve the desired batter consistency; use less for thicker batter and slightly more for a thinner batter.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based alternative and choose a vegan egg replacer.
  • Optional mix-ins like berries can be fresh or frozen, but if frozen, do not thaw to avoid excess moisture.
  • Store any leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat gently in the oven or microwave.
  • This recipe is great for meal prep as it holds well overnight and can be topped fresh each morning.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://iamstarved.com/protein-pancake-bowl-recipe/