Tender and protein-packed pancakes made with cottage cheese and oats, perfect for busy mornings and family brunches.
Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
Cook Time 12 minutesminutes
Total Time 17 minutesminutes
Serving Size 8pancakes
Ingredients
Pancake Batter
1cupcottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)Full-fat gives the richest texture.
1cuprolled oatsCan pulse to a finer texture if preferred.
4largeeggsFor binding and protein.
1teaspoonbaking powderFor leavening.
1teaspoonvanilla extractAdds sweetness.
1/2teaspoonsaltBalances flavor.
Butter or oilFor frying.
Instructions
Preparation
Combine the cottage cheese, rolled oats, eggs, baking powder, vanilla, and salt in a blender or a mixing bowl. Blend until mostly smooth.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a little butter or oil to coat the surface.
Cooking
Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Space them adequately.
Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, about 2–3 minutes. Flip and cook the second side until golden brown, another 1–2 minutes.
Transfer to a plate and keep warm in a low oven if making a large batch. Serve warm with toppings.
Notes
For a smoother batter, blitz the oats into oat flour. For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free oats. Best stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge or flash-frozen for up to 2 months.