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Blended smooth, cottage cheese loses its curdy texture entirely and instead acts like buttermilk with a protein boost - adding moisture, a faint tang, and a genuinely high protein count without any powder. These pancakes cook up softer and slightly denser than classic ones, closer to a Dutch baby, but with over four times the protein.
Per serving
260kcal
Calories
24g
Protein
22g
Carbs
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
15 min
Servings
2 people
Difficulty
easy
8g
Fat
3g
Fiber
4g
Sugar
Follow step-by-step with voice guidance.
Add the cottage cheese, eggs, oats, baking powder, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt to a blender in the order listed.
Blend on high speed for 30-45 seconds, until completely smooth with no visible curds remaining, scraping down the sides once if needed.
Let the batter rest for 5 minutes - it will be noticeably thicker than a traditional pancake batter, which is expected.
Heat a nonstick pan or griddle over medium-low heat and lightly grease it.
Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the griddle. Cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side, until the edges look dry and small bubbles begin to form (they won't bubble as much as classic pancakes).
Flip carefully and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until golden and cooked through in the center.
Serve warm, topped with fresh berries, a dollop of Greek yogurt, and a drizzle of maple syrup or honey.
Blend Until Completely Smooth: Any remaining cottage cheese curds will show up as lumps in the finished pancake, so blend for the full 30-45 seconds and scrape down the sides if needed. Give Them Extra Time on the Pan: These pancakes are denser and higher in protein than classic ones, so they need a minute or two longer per side to cook through completely - don't rush the flip. Expect a Thicker Batter: Unlike flour-based batter, this one won't be thin and pourable - it should be spoonable and hold its shape slightly when scooped.
No, once fully blended, the cottage cheese becomes completely smooth and adds only a subtle tang similar to buttermilk - most people can't detect it once cooked.
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