Cottage Cheese Protein Pancakes
Fluffy, high-protein pancakes made with cottage cheese, oats, and eggs – perfect for muscle-building and clean eating.
Print Pin Servings: 4
Calories: 280kcal
Cost: $5–¨$7
Equipment
- 1 High-speed blender For smooth pancake batter
- 1 Non-stick skillet Or griddle for cooking pancakes
- 1 set Measuring cups/spoons For precise ingredient measurement
- 1 Large mixing bowl For combining ingredients if not blending directly
- 1 Rubber spatula For flipping pancakes
- 1 Ladle For pouring batter
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cottage cheese Full-fat for best texture
- 2 Large eggs
- ½ cup Rolled oats Can blend into oat flour
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Pure preferred
- ½ teaspoon Ground cinnamon Optional for flavor
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder Fresh for maximum lift
- ⅛ teaspoon Salt Optional
- ½ Banana Optional for natural sweetness
- 1 tablespoon Coconut oil For cooking
- ¼ cup Fresh blueberries Optional topping
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup Optional topping
Instructions
- Blend all base ingredients.
- Add spices and leavening agents.
- Let batter rest 5 minutes.
- Heat skillet with coconut oil.
- Pour ¼ cup circles of batter.
- Cook until bubbles form (2–3 min).
- Flip and cook 1–2 more minutes.
- Serve with toppings.
Notes
To increase protein further, add a scoop of your favorite protein powder. You can also swap maple syrup for sugar-free options to reduce carbs.
Nutrition
Serving: 150g | Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3.5g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 280mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Vitamin C: 1.2mg | Calcium: 140mg | Iron: 1.1mg