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Cottage Cheese Pancakes

These cottage cheese pancakes are a delightful twist on the classic breakfast favorite. Incorporating cottage cheese into the batter results in pancakes that are soft, fluffy, and subtly sweet. They're naturally high in protein, making them a satisfying and nutritious choice for any meal of the day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/4 cup flour all-purpose or whole wheat
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/4 cup cottage cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons milk of choice or up to 1/4 cup for thinner pancakes
  • 2 1/4 tablespoons coconut oil melted and cooled
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup plus more for serving
  • 1 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
  2. Add cottage cheese, eggs, and milk to a blender and blend until smooth.
  3. Pour the blended mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently.
  4. Stir in the coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and scoop batter into the pan.
  6. Cook until edges are dry and bubbles form.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/cottage-cheese-pancakes-2/

Notes

  • For a smoother texture, blend the wet ingredients thoroughly.
  • Avoid overmixing the batter to ensure fluffy pancakes.
  • Adjust the milk quantity to achieve your preferred batter consistency.