These *NEW AND IMPROVED* baby led weaning baby cereal protein pancakes are packed with iron and make the perfect healthy breakfast for babies, toddlers and kids.
In the competition between team sweet breakfast and team savoury, my son, like his mama, is 100% team sweet. I like to think that he likes my homemade pancake creations, but it also might be because he likes throwing them like a frisbee. Either way, I’m making more pancake creations like this baby led weaning baby cereal protein pancakes.
These baby cereal protein pancakes have been my go-to lately for those busy mornings (basically every morning) because they’re freezer friendly and I can pull them out whenever Baby E has a hankering for a stack.
How to Make These Baby Cereal Protein Pancakes
These pancakes can be made in a food processor so they’re crazy fast to put together. Process all the ingredients, then stir in the blueberries and fire up the stove. I use butter and coconut oil over medium heat to cook the pancakes on both sides until golden brown.
What Makes These Pancakes high in protein?
These baby pancakes use one of my favourite high protein foods: cottage cheese! The cottage cheese adds a nice creamy texture and a fluffy like consistency, plus 17 g of protein per half cup.
What Makes These Baby Pancakes High in Iron?
These pancakes have a few high iron foods like quick cooking oats, iron fortified infant cereal and eggs to make sure your little one is getting all the nutrition they need!
What if you can’t find low sodium cottage cheese?
Yes, we want to limit the sodium in baby’s diet, but the amount in this recipe spread between all these pancakes even using regular cottage cheese is really not a huge deal. If you’re worried, you can also give your cottage cheese a little rinse in a colander before you puree it and add it to the recipe.
How do you freeze these pancakes?
I recommend placing each pancake onto a baking sheet and then transferring the sheet to the freezer for 1 hour. Then you can place all the pancakes together in a freezer bag to freeze for up to 3 months.
Would you make these baby cereal protein pancakes?
What kind of fruit would you add to these pancakes?
What are some of your go-to healthy breakfast recipes for baby?
Let me know by leaving me a comment below!
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BLW Baby Cereal Protein Pancakes
Ingredients
- ¾ cup quick cooking oats
- ¾ cup low sodium cottage cheese
- 1 cup mashed ripe banana
- 1 cup iron-fortified infant cereal
- 2 tbsp natural peanut butter
- 5 omega 3 eggs
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup frozen wild blueberries
- Butter or coconut oil for cooking
Instructions
- Transfer the oats to a food processor and process until it reaches a flour-like consistency. Add the cottage cheese and banana and puree until smooth. Add the infant cereal, peanut butter, eggs, baking powder and cinnamon and puree just until it comes together and looks smooth.
- Stir in the blueberries.
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium high and add the butter or coconut oil. Spoon out 2 tablespoon pancakes and cook on both sides until golden brown. Allow to cool before freezing or transferring extras to the fridge.
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Updated on July 21st, 2020
Abbey Sharp is a Registered Dietitian (RD), regulated by the Ontario College of Dietitians. She is a mom, YouTuber, Blogger, award winning cookbook author, media coach specializing in food and nutrition influencers, and a frequent contributor to national publications like Healthline and on national broadcast TV shows.
Nicole MacDonald says
I’m new to BLW but made these up to give a try. Baby pretty much played with them the first day and I think more ended up on the floor ? My pancakes came out thin, but should they be thick/cakey for Baby led weaning? I’m nervous about choking and we’ve been on purées almost exclusively for two months now but I want to start introducing heartier options.
Abbey Sharp says
You don’t need to worry about the pancakes for BLW / choking. They are very soft and pretty much as safe as food can be for a baby. Of course, always make sure you have CPR training before starting solids but otherwise, these are a very safe option.
Angela says
Mine came out super thick – almost like a cookie dough consistency. I followed the recipe to a T is that how it’s supposed to be?
Alice Espéca says
Hi! Is it ok to use old fashioned rolled oats, instead of the quick oats?
Abbey Sharp says
yes you can as long as you process them well
Jess says
I would love to try this recipe but my little guy has a nut sensitivity. Is there a peanut butter replacement?
Abbey Sharp says
You could try a tahini or sunflower butter if he can eat seeds.
Rachel says
Do you think ricotta cheese would work in place of cottage cheese?
Abbey Sharp says
Yeah!
Rachel says
Thank you! Also, I’ve read that calcium interferes with iron absorption. Any worries with that here or not enough in the yogurt/cottage cheese? Love your recipes and blog. : )
Claret says
My baby is allergic to peanuts, eggs and tree nuts . What can I used to replace the eggs and the butter .
Abbey Sharp says
you can use a flax egg instead of the regular egg, and you can try using greek yogurt or apple sauce to replace the butter.
Elena says
My baby has a dairy intolerance, any thoughts on what i can replace the cottage cheese with?
Claire says
I was also wondering about if the calcium from the dairy affects the iron absorption at all… thanks!
Kimberly says
These are very similar to protein waffles/pancakes that I make for myself, and I’m always playing around and tweaking to make variations, so definitely going to give these a try! I’d suggest (for anyone interested in playing with flavors) subbing unsweetened applesauce or canned pureed pumpkin (not pie filling!!!!) for the mashed banana, and you can do peeled diced apples, strawberries or actual diced up (less ripe) bananas in place of the blueberries. That’s the great thing about these recipes is that you can pretty much tailor to your (and your baby’s) particular tastes!
Abbey Sharp says
Awesome! Thanks for sharing your tips Kimberly!
Bethany Rutledge says
Yet another great recipe I’m looking forward to trying. Love everything that’s in this one. Thanks for sharing.
Abbey Sharp says
yes!
Nicole from Fitful Focus says
What a great, healthy option for kiddos! I even want to eat them!
Abbey Sharp says
for sure, i just made another batch and ate 3 before my son got up from nap lol
Kelly says
What a great transition for kids. I have to say they look pretty tempting to me too!
Abbey Sharp says
theyre delish!
Bethany Rutledge says
My boys are just now able to tackle things like this and they will love these for sure! Thanks for sharing.
Abbey Sharp says
they are AMAZING
Robotance says
I always love the blueberries and now this recipe too! Thanks for sharing this pancakes.
Abbey Sharp says
You’re so welcome
Natalie says
These pancakes are so nutritious and rich in healthy stuff. Absolutely great! Plus they looks so tasty. Must try for grownups too.
Abbey Sharp says
Absolutely!
KelsiB says
Is there something we could substitute for the baby cereal by chance?
Abbey Sharp says
You can use flour instead
Brittney says
Hey! BrittHow long are these good for in the fridge? And how do you warm these up once frozen?
Abbey Sharp says
These are probably good for 3 days and I would just throw them in the microwave for 45 seconds.
Melina says
Hi! Do you think yogurt can sub for cottage cheese? Sound like a super pancake breakfast for my
Little one!
Abbey Sharp says
You can definitely give that a try!
Erica says
Could baby oatmeal be used instead of rice cereal?
Abbey Sharp says
yes! definitely!
Angela says
These look so delicious! I loved preparing special foods for my kids when they were babies!
Abbey Sharp says
yes, so fun!
Leslie says
Sitting here with my 11-year-old daughter and she just said, “I’m not a toddler, but those pancakes look amazing!” 🙂
Abbey Sharp says
ahhaha she will love them too!
Katie says
Infant cereal – is that what we here in the UK would call readybrek or Weetabix? Or do you mean like baby rice (like a first weaning food) I’m a little confused. TIA
Abbey Sharp says
I mean baby rice that’s fortified with iron for baby’s growth.
Sandra Baudi says
Is it possible to omit the infant cereal?
Deborah Brooks says
I kind of miss making baby foods! Thanks for sharing another great idea
Abbey Sharp says
you’re so welcome!
Sandra Baudi says
What can I use as a substitute for cottage cheese? Can’t find a low sodium version.
Kimberly says
Plain greek yogurt would work just as well. Full fat version would provide more flavor and (obviously) fat, but plain non-fat should do nicely also. I use these interchangeably for most recipes, including cheesecake, chicken/egg salad, dips, etc.
Kendra says
Is there a dairy-free substitute for the cottage cheese that would work?
Abbey Sharp says
You could try using a dairy free yogurt (but admittedly I havent tested it, but give it a go!)
GINA says
My daughter loves the pancakes, but loves waffle sticks. Is there a way to convert this recipe to waffles?
Janelle says
What could you substitute oats for if your baby is allergic?