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Cottage Cheese Pancakes

Cottage Cheese Pancakes

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  • Author: Molly Foster
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 pancakes 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Pan-fried
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Cottage Cheese Pancakes are light, fluffy, and packed with protein. With a unique twist on traditional pancakes, the addition of cottage cheese makes them extra nutritious while maintaining a rich flavor. They’re perfect for a healthy, protein-packed breakfast or a quick brunch option.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cup all-purpose or whole wheat flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 Tablespoons milk (or up to 1/4 cup for thinner pancakes)
  • 2 Tablespoons coconut oil (melted and cooled)
  • 1 Tablespoon maple syrup (plus more for serving)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour and baking powder.
  2. In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, and milk. Blend until smooth.
  3. Gently stir the blended wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until well combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  4. Stir in the coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the batter.
  5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a little oil or butter.
  6. Scoop the pancake batter into the skillet and cook until the edges are dry and bubbles form on the surface.
  7. Flip the pancake and cook for another minute or two until golden brown on both sides.
  8. Continue to cook the rest of the pancakes in batches. Keep the cooked pancakes warm by stacking them on a plate.
  9. Serve with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, or nut butter, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Let the coconut oil cool before adding it to the batter to avoid clumping.
  • Stir the wet ingredients gently into the dry ingredients to avoid tough pancakes. Overmixing can result in dense, flat pancakes.
  • Use a non-stick skillet or a well-seasoned cast-iron pan for easy flipping.
  • To check if the pancakes are cooked through, press lightly on the top; if it springs back, they’re done.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3 pancakes
  • Calories: 326 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 435 mg
  • Fat: 13 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.01 g
  • Carbohydrates: 36 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 15 g
  • Cholesterol: 149 mg