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Fluffy Cottage Cheese Protein Pancakes Easy Recipe for Wholesome Breakfast

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These fluffy cottage cheese protein pancakes are quick to make, packed with protein, and perfect for a wholesome breakfast that keeps you full and energized.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240g) cottage cheese, full-fat or low-fat, small-curd preferred
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup (45g) rolled oats, blended into oat flour (use certified gluten-free oats for gluten-free)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • ¼ cup (60ml) milk (dairy, almond, oat milk, or preferred type)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • Cooking oil or unsalted butter for the pan

Instructions

  1. Make oat flour: Place ½ cup (45g) of rolled oats in a blender or food processor. Pulse until it reaches a fine flour-like consistency, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Set aside.
  2. Blend cottage cheese and eggs: Add 1 cup (240g) cottage cheese and 3 large eggs to the blender with the oat flour. Blend on medium speed until smooth but slightly textured, about 30-45 seconds.
  3. Add dry ingredients: Transfer batter to a mixing bowl. Stir in 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Mix gently.
  4. Sweeten and flavor: Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional). Pour in ¼ cup (60ml) milk and stir until just combined. Adjust thickness with more milk if needed.
  5. Preheat the pan: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil. Test readiness by sprinkling a few drops of water; they should sizzle gently.
  6. Cook pancakes: Pour about ¼ cup (60ml) batter per pancake onto the pan. Cook 2-3 minutes until bubbles form and edges look set. Flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  7. Serve warm: Transfer pancakes to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm while cooking remaining pancakes.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter after adding dry ingredients to avoid tough pancakes. Use medium heat to prevent burning. Let batter rest 5 minutes before cooking for better texture. Adjust batter thickness with milk or oat flour as needed.

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