Cottage Cheese Pancakes
Fluffy, protein-packed pancakes made with cottage cheese instead of flour—naturally high in protein and surprisingly light. Top with berries, jam, or maple syrup for a quick, satisfying breakfast.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 18g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Combine cottage cheese, eggs, vanilla, sugar, and cinnamon in a blender.
Step 2
Blend until smooth, ~30 seconds. Scrape sides if needed.
Step 3
Add baking powder and pulse briefly to combine.
Step 4
Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and foaming.
Step 5
Pour batter in 3-inch circles (about 0.25-cup portions). Don't stir between pancakes.
Step 6
Cook until surface looks dry and edges look set, ~2 minutes.
Step 7
Flip carefully and cook 1–2 minutes more until golden on the second side.
Step 8
Serve warm topped with berries, jam, or maple syrup.
Tools you’ll need
- blender
- large skillet (10-inch or larger)
- spatula
- measuring cups and spoons
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