Cottage Cheese Protein Pancakes (Printable Version)

Fluffy pancakes made with cottage cheese and sweet blueberries for a nutritious, protein-rich breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 1 cup cottage cheese, low-fat or full-fat
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/4 cup milk, dairy or unsweetened plant-based
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

05 - 1/2 cup oat flour or finely ground rolled oats
06 - 1/4 cup whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour
07 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1 tablespoon sugar or sweetener of choice, optional

→ Add-ins

10 - 3/4 cup fresh blueberries, plus extra for serving
11 - Cooking spray or butter for the pan

→ To Serve

12 - Maple syrup or honey, optional
13 - Greek yogurt, optional

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine oat flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix until evenly distributed.
03 - Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix to maintain fluffiness.
04 - Gently fold the blueberries into the batter using a spatula.
05 - Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with cooking spray or butter.
06 - Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges begin to set.
07 - Flip the pancakes and cook for another 2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
08 - Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed between batches.
09 - Transfer pancakes to serving plates while warm and top with fresh blueberries, maple syrup, or Greek yogurt as desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • High in protein (13g per serving) to keep you full and energized
  • Ready in just 25 minutes with simple, wholesome ingredients
  • Naturally sweetened with blueberries and minimal added sugar
  • Fluffy texture that rivals traditional pancakes
  • Easily customizable for dietary needs (gluten-free, extra protein, different berries)
  • Perfect for meal prep—freeze and reheat for busy mornings
02 -
  • Use room temperature ingredients for smoother blending and better texture
  • Don't overmix the batter—a few lumps are fine and keep pancakes tender
  • Wait for bubbles to form on the surface before flipping for even cooking
  • Cook on medium heat, not high—this prevents burning while ensuring the centers cook through
  • Add blueberries directly to each pancake on the griddle instead of the batter for more even distribution
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months
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