Pumpkin Protein Pancakes

Ingredients

For 3 servings

• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 3/4 cup cottage cheese (I prefer using full-fat)
• 2 large eggs
• 2 Tbsp. maple syrup
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 2 tsp. baking powder
• 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
• 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
• Oil or butter for cooking
• Optional add-ins or toppings: Chopped pecans or walnuts, chocolate chips, maple butter, almond butter, and/or maple syrup.