Perfect Fluffy Cottage Cheese Pancakes
These Fluffy Cottage Cheese Protein Pancakes are a game-changer for busy mornings. Made with simple ingredients like cottage cheese, flour, and eggs, these pancakes are packed with protein to keep everyone full and energized until lunchtime. The best part? They’re made in a blender, so you only have one device to clean up!
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 12 pancakes
Calories 135 kcal
- 2 cups all-purpose or plain flour
- ¼ cup maple syrup or sugar
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 1/3 cups milk
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Blend Wet Ingredients: Start by adding the milk, cottage cheese, vanilla extract, and egg to your blender. Blend until the cottage cheese is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
Add Dry Ingredients: Add the flour, maple syrup or sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the blender. Pulse just until everything is combined—be careful not to overmix. A few lumps are totally fine and will actually help keep the pancakes fluffy.
Cook the Pancakes: Preheat your griddle or skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray. Pour about ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the hot surface. Cook until bubbles form on the top and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked through.
Mix-Ins:
- Get Creative: These pancakes are incredibly versatile, so feel free to mix in your favorite add-ins to customize them to your family’s tastes. Some delicious options include:
- Fresh or Frozen Berries: Blueberries, raspberries, or sliced strawberries add a burst of flavor and extra nutrients.
- Chocolate Chips: For a special treat, sprinkle in some chocolate chips. Dark chocolate or mini chocolate chips work well without overwhelming the pancake.
- Nuts and Seeds: Chopped walnuts, pecans, or even a handful of chia seeds can add a satisfying crunch and extra protein.
- Spices: A dash of cinnamon, nutmeg, or vanilla bean seeds can enhance the flavor and make your pancakes even more delicious.
Making Without a Blender:
- Alternative Method: If you don’t have a blender on hand, you can still make these pancakes, but there are a few adjustments to keep in mind:
- Mash the Cottage Cheese: Use a fork or potato masher to break down the cottage cheese as much as possible. While it won’t be as smooth as when blended, this method still incorporates the cottage cheese into the batter.
- Mix by Hand: Whisk the wet ingredients in a large bowl until smooth, then gradually add the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Fold in the mashed cottage cheese, taking care not to overmix.
- Texture Difference: Pancakes made without a blender may have small curds of cottage cheese, which can create a slightly different texture. They’ll still be tasty and nutritious, but the pancakes might not be as uniformly smooth and fluffy as the blender version.
Keyword blender, cottage cheese, pancakes, protein
