Protein Cottage Cheese Pancakes
February 3, 2025
15 minutes
super easy
6-7 pancakes
Protein Cottage Cheese Pancakes for Kids and Babies 8 months & up
If you’re looking for a nutritious, protein-rich breakfast that kids will love, these cottage cheese pancakes are the perfect choice! Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, eggs, cottage cheese, baking powder, and a single date for natural sweetness, these pancakes are soft, fluffy, and packed with essential nutrients. They are so easy to make, you just add all your ingredients in a blender and cook on pan for a few minutes.
They provide protein for growing muscles, fiber for digestion, and natural energy, making them a great way to start the day. Honestly these pancakes come out so delicious, adults can eat them too. You can drizzle a little maple syrup and butter on top and you have a perfect, tasty, protein packed breakfast!
Why Protein Cottage Cheese Pancakes Are Great for Kids:
Kids need a balanced breakfast to keep them full and energized, and these cottage cheese pancakes deliver exactly that. Here’s why they’re an excellent choice:
- High in Protein – Cottage cheese and eggs provide a great source of protein, essential for growth and development.
- Naturally Sweetened – Using just one date means no added sugar while still giving the pancakes a hint of sweetness.
- Packed with Fiber – Oats add fiber, helping with digestion and keeping kids fuller for longer.
- Soft and Easy to Eat – The texture is tender and fluffy, making it perfect for babies as little as 8 months, toddlers and younger kids.
Why Parents Love This Recipe:
- No refined sugar – The natural sweetness from the date makes it a healthy alternative to sugary pancakes.
- Quick and easy – Made in under 15 minutes using only a blender and a pan.
- Freezer-friendly – Make a batch and freeze extras for busy mornings!
- Lunchbox friendly– These protein pancakes go great in daycare lunchboxes or on the go snack!
Kid-Friendly Toppings and Variations
These pancakes are delicious on their own, but adding toppings makes them even more fun for kids! Here are some ideas:
- Fresh fruit – Sliced bananas, strawberries, or blueberries.
- Nut butter – Drizzle with almond or peanut butter for extra flavor and protein.
- Yogurt – Adds creaminess and probiotics for gut health.
- Cinnamon – A sprinkle of cinnamon enhances the natural sweetness.
- Maple Syrup – Drizzle a little maple syrup for 12 months & up
What you need:
I don’t recommend substituting or changing anything in this recipe!
If you enjoyed this recipe, here are some more easy kid-friendly breakfast ideas:
Easy Protein Breakfast Muffins
Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
Ingredients
Adjust Servings
| 2 eggs | |
| 1/2 cup cottage cheese | |
| 3/4 cup rolled oats | |
| 1 tsp baking powder | |
| 1 pitted date |
Directions
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8 Comments
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Eating With Zion
Thank you for sharing Olga! Happy they came out good, we love them too! Hopefully print button will work soon.
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Hannah
Thank you! These came out nice and fluffy for babe. He loved them.
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Eating With Zion
Yayy! Happy you guys enjoyed them!
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Viktoriya
Sooo good!! Have made these a few times. The only pancake my 1 year old will eat, I love snacking on them too! So fluffy and tasty, they remind me of buttermilk pancakes!
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Eating With Zion
Ahh yayy! So happy to hear you guys enjoyed them!
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Caroline
Can you substitute the date with a banana?
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Eating With Zion
Hi Caroline, you can add 1/2 of a ripe banana
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The best pancakes. I wish the print button worked though.