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Fluffy High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pancakes (Easy Recipe)

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These fluffy high-protein cottage cheese pancakes are quick, easy, and packed with protein without any protein powder. Made with simple ingredients like oats, cottage cheese, and eggs, they’re perfect for busy mornings and freeze beautifully.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (100g) rolled oats
  • 1 cup (240g) cottage cheese (full-fat or 2%)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Butter or oil for cooking
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, pinch of cinnamon, handful of blueberries

Instructions

  1. Blend the rolled oats in a blender until they become a fine powder, about 20-30 seconds.
  2. Add the cottage cheese, eggs, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt to the oat flour. Blend on low until combined, about 15-20 seconds. The batter should be thick but pourable.
  3. Check the consistency: the batter should be lump-free but not over-blended. A few tiny curds are fine.
  4. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes while you heat your pan.
  5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add about a teaspoon of butter. Let it melt and foam slightly.
  6. Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the pan for each pancake. Do not overcrowd; cook 2 at a time in a 10-inch skillet.
  7. Cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set. Flip when bubbles pop and leave holes that don’t fill back in.
  8. Cook for another 1-2 minutes on the second side until golden brown and cooked through.
  9. Serve immediately with desired toppings. Keep finished pancakes warm in a 200°F oven if making a batch.

Notes

Don’t over-blend the batter to avoid tough pancakes. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes for fluffier results. Use medium heat to prevent burning. These pancakes freeze well for up to 3 months. For best reheating, use a toaster or toaster oven.

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