Cottage cheese protein pancakes are fluffy, delicious and easy to make. They will keep you feeling full all morning and are great way to start your day.
Cottage cheese has been making a comeback in the last few years and as a Registered Dietitian, I am here for it. Cottage cheese is high in protein, with about 15g per half cup and low in calories (1/2 cup of 1% M.F. has 100 calories). It is also high in calcium, a mineral many people do not get enough of.
If you think you don’t like cottage cheese but want to give it another try, then these pancakes are for you. Many people don’t like the texture of cottage cheese but these pancakes are made in the blender and the result is a smooth pancake batter that doesn’t taste like cottage cheese. You just get delicious pancakes!
Theese cottage cheese protien pancakes don’t take long to prepare and you can whip them up for a Sunday morning and also make them for meal prep. Just reheat them in the toaster for an easy protein-rich weekday breakfast.
Most people don’t get enough protein at breakfast. Think about a bowl of cereal with milk or toast with nut butter – they have only a small amount of protein. These pancakes are much higher in protein than traditional pancakes and no protein powder is required – only whole food ingredients.
These pancakes are also very kid-friendly. They are perfect for the whole family.
What do you need to make cottage cheese protein pancakes?
You only need a few ingredients to these pancakes and you likely have most of them already in your fridge and pantry.
Cottage cheese – low fat cottage cheese works well for this recipe, 1-2% are both fine. Cottage cheese provides the bulk of the protein in these pancakes. Opt for regular cottage cheese as opposed to creamed or flavored varieties.
Eggs – eggs add structure, fluffiness, and more protein to this recipe. Use standard large eggs.
Butter – melted butter adds flavor to these pancakes.
Vanilla and almond extract – provide flavor and aroma.
Flour – all-purpose flour adds more structure and keeps these pancakes light and fluffy. You could use whole wheat as well but the texture would likely be more dense. You could also use a gluten-free all-purpose flour.
Baking powder – adds fluffiness and helps the pancakes rise during cooking.
Sugar – a little sugar adds flavor and a touch of sweetness. You could use maple syrup instead of regular sugar. The sugar helps balance out the saltiness of the of the cottage cheese.
Recipe FAQ:
Can you freeze cottage cheese protein pancakes?
Yes, these freeze well for up to three months. Put them in a container or ziptop bag and then reheat them in the toaster in the morning for an easy breakfast.
Are these pancakes kid-friendly?
Yes, kids love these pancakes. They are a great option for kids, serve with fruit instead of maple syrup to reduce added sugar. Protein is important for kids and adults so these are a good option compared to standard pancakes.
Give them a try and leave a comment below to tell us what you think!
Cottage Cheese Protein Pancakes
Equipment
- 1 blender
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups cottage cheese I use 1% milk fat content
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter, plus more for cooking
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract optional
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- Maple syrup and fresh fruit for serving
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Heat about 2 tsp of butter or oil in a large frying pan or griddle over medium-high heat.
- Add 1/4 cup of batter to make each pancake. Cook on one side until bubbles start to form and the bottom becomes golden brown.
- Flip over and cook until the other side is golden brown and the pancakes are cooked through. Continue until you have used all the batter.
- Serve hot with maple syrup if desired and fresh fruit.
- These pancakes last for 3-4 days in the fridge and freeze well. Reheat in the toaster for an easy breakfast.
Notes
If you are looking for more tasty breakfast recipes, try these:
Blueberry Baked Oatmeal – a great make-ahead breakfast that is full of nutrition and flavor!
Peanut butter and Greek yogurt bowl – comeds together in 5 minutes and is high in protein!
Peach baked Oatmeal – this is great in the summer when juicy peaches are in season.
