Cottage Cheese Pancake Recipe

A plate of golden-brown cottage cheese pancakes topped with a pat of melting butter and a drizzle of honey. The plate is surrounded by fresh strawberries and blueberries, with a fork placed at the side.

Cottage Cheese Pancake Recipe

These fluffy, protein-packed cottage cheese pancakes are the perfect nutritious breakfast. Easy to make with simple ingredients for the whole family!

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 10

Author: Heather Painchaud

Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

1 ½ cup cottage cheese blended
3 eggs
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tbsp white sugar
2 tsp baking powder

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Instructions

Use a food processor or high-speed blender to blend the cottage cheese until smooth. This step makes a huge difference in texture!
In a large bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.
Add the flour, sugar, and baking powder to the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix—lumps are okay!
Place a large non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium-low heat. Lightly grease with coconut oil, cooking oil, or a small drizzle of olive oil.
Drop about 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the hot skillet using a scoop. Cook for about 4 minutes or until bubbles start to form on top.
Once bubbles appear, flip the pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Adjust the cooking time as needed.
Top with your favorite toppings like melted butter, a drizzle of maple syrup, or fresh fruit. You can also add a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream for extra creaminess!

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients – This helps everything mix together smoothly and creates the best texture.

Try a gluten-free option – Swap regular flour for certified gluten-free oats or a bit of protein powder for extra protein content.

Make a large batch – Freeze leftover pancakes between layers of parchment paper on a baking sheet, then store them in an airtight container.

Reheat for best results – Warm up pancakes in a toaster oven instead of the microwave to keep them from getting soggy.

Customize the flavor – Add cinnamon, nutmeg, or even a bit of cream cheese for a fun twist on the classic recipe.

Use the right pan – A large non-stick skillet or nonstick pan will help you achieve that golden brown perfection every time.

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