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Pumpkin Protein Pancakes

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 pancakes
Calories 250
Delicious and nutritious pumpkin protein pancakes perfect for a cozy breakfast. Easy to make with wholesome ingredients and customizable toppings.

Ingredients

Wet ingredients

  • 0.5 cup pumpkin puree
  • 3/4 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or 2%)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 Tbsp. maple syrup

Dry ingredients

  • 1.5 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/4 tsp. kosher salt

For cooking

  • Oil or butter (for greasing the pan)

Optional toppings

  • Chopped pecans or walnuts, chocolate chips, maple butter, almond butter, and/or maple syrup (as desired)

Instructions 

  • Add pumpkin puree, cottage cheese, eggs, and maple syrup to a blender. Blend until smooth.
  • Add dry ingredients (oats, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, salt) to the blender and blend until combined.
  • Let batter sit while preheating a greased skillet over medium heat.
  • Pour 1/4 cup batter onto the skillet, flatten slightly, and cook 2-4 minutes until bubbles form. Flip and cook 2 more minutes until golden.
  • Serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Notes

For extra flavor, add nuts or chocolate chips after blending.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pumpkin