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Fluffy and protein-packed cottage cheese pancakes that are easy to make and perfect for a nutritious breakfast or brunch.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 pancakes (about 3 servings) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (or any milk/dairy-free alternative)
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (plus 1–2 tablespoons more if batter is too thin)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Blend together cottage cheese, eggs, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add flour, baking powder, and cinnamon to the blender. Blend again until the batter is smooth and combined. Add 1-2 tablespoons more flour if batter is too thin.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat and lightly grease with avocado oil, Frizzle, or melted butter.
  4. Pour 1/2 cup batter into the skillet for each pancake, leaving space to avoid crowding.
  5. Cook pancakes for 2-3 minutes until small bubbles appear and edges look set, then flip carefully.
  6. Cook the other side until golden brown, about 2 more minutes.
  7. Serve warm topped with fresh berries, syrup, powdered sugar, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

Use full-fat cottage cheese with low water content for best texture (e.g., Country Fresh or Good Culture)., If batter is runny, add 1-2 tablespoons flour to thicken before cooking., Keep skillet at medium-low heat to avoid burning and ensure golden crispy edges., Store leftovers wrapped in foil or in airtight container in the fridge up to 1 week, or freeze with parchment between pancakes., Reheat in microwave in 30-second bursts or toast in toaster oven., Flipping tip: flip pancakes when bubbles appear and pop, and edges start to dry and set, not when all bubbles cover surface.

  • Author: mapps6841@gmail.com
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 pancakes
  • Calories: Approximately 250 calories per serving (2 pancakes)
  • Fat: 8 grams per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 20 grams per serving
  • Protein: 25 grams per serving