When you need a boost in protein but want to indulge in a more traditional breakfast, reach for these cottage cheese pancakes. Whereas traditional pancakes are typically made with mostly flour and a handful of other ingredients, these pancakes are made with just four simple ingredients (eggs, cottage cheese, butter and flour) for a pancake that’s hearty, soft and fantastic for slathering with butter and maple syrup.
Ingredients for Cottage Cheese Pancakes
- Eggs:Â In addition to the cottage cheese, eggs are another source of quality protein and fat.
- Cottage cheese: This recipe calls for 2% cottage cheese, but it’s fine to use a higher fat content if you prefer. The consistency won’t change.
- Butter: Melt the butter prior to adding, as it will result in a more even texture.
- All-purpose flour: You can use self-rising flour if you’d like a little more fluff to your pancakes.
Directions
Step 1: Combine ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk eggs, cottage cheese and butter until blended. Add flour; stir until just moistened.
Step2: Cook pancakes
Lightly grease a griddle; heat over medium heat. Pour the pancake batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto the griddle. Cook until the bottoms are golden brown. Turn and cook until the second side is golden brown. Serve.
Recipe Variations
- Make them blueberry:Â Pour batter into a pan, wait a minute, and then drop fresh or frozen blueberries on top before flipping to cook the other side.
- Add cinnamon: Add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the batter to make your pancakes a little more flavorful.
How to Store Cottage Cheese Pancakes
If you end up with leftovers, you can easily store these in the fridge to enjoy another day. To do so, layer wax paper between each pancake and then wrap the stack in tin foil, keeping the wax paper between any foil and the pancake. You can store them in the fridge like this for up to a week.
Can you freeze cottage cheese pancakes?
Yes. If you store them the same way as above and then pop them in an airtight freezer bag, you can store them in the freezer for up to two months.
Homemade Cottage Cheese Pancake Tips
Why aren’t my pancakes fluffy?
The cottage cheese, eggs and butter aren’t the fluffiest ingredients, so if you want pancakes that have a bit of lift, you can add a teaspoon of baking powder or soda.
Can I add protein powder to this recipe to increase the protein even more?
Yes, but you may need to add a bit of water or milk to incorporate the powder more fully into the batter. Start small, adding just half of a scoop at a time. Only add as much water or milk as you need to keep the consistency the same.
What should I serve with cottage cheese pancakes?
Serve these with a side of fluffy, protein-packed scrambled eggs, savory pork sausage patties and a heaping side of breakfast potatoes to add some carbs.
