High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pancakes
Fluffy high protein cottage cheese pancakes made with oats and simple ingredients, topped with warm cinnamon apples for an easy healthy snack or breakfast.
Equipment
- Blender
- Non-stick skillet or pan
- Spatula
Ingredients
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 2 large eggs
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
- ½ tsp cinnamon optional
- Pinch of salt
Optional toppings:
- Greek yogurt
- Fresh berries
- Banana slices
- Maple syrup
- Almond butter
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese, oats, eggs, baking powder, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt to a blender. Blend until smooth and thick.
- Let the batter sit for 2–3 minutes to slightly thicken for better texture.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease if needed.
- Pour small portions of batter onto the pan. Cook for 2–3 minutes until bubbles form, then flip and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden.
- Serve warm with Greek yogurt, berries, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For more protein, add 1 scoop vanilla protein powder to the batter.
- Make ahead and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freeze pancakes between parchment paper for quick reheating.
- Works great as a pre-workout breakfast or quick snack.