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fluffy cottage cheese protein pancakes topped with fresh berries and drizzled with honey

Cottage Cheese Protein Pancakes

Fluffy high-protein pancakes made with cottage cheese for a nutritious breakfast that keeps you full for hours.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tbsp butter or coconut oil for cooking

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Blend cottage cheese, eggs, and vanilla in a blender until smooth
  2. Step 2: Add oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt to the blender
  3. Step 3: Pulse until just combined - don't overmix
  4. Step 4: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt butter/oil
  5. Step 5: Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the skillet
  6. Step 6: Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on top
  7. Step 7: Flip carefully and cook another 1-2 minutes until golden
  8. Step 8: Serve warm with fresh fruit and extra honey if desired

Notes

For extra protein, add a scoop of vanilla protein powder. The batter thickens as it sits - add a splash of milk if needed. These freeze well for quick breakfasts!