These Flourless Cottage Cheese Pancakes are a light, protein-packed breakfast option that’s both gluten-free and low-carb. With just a few simple ingredients, they come together quickly and provide a healthy start to your day!
📋 Ingredients:
- 1 cup cottage cheese 🧀
- 3 large eggs 🥚
- 1/2 cup oats (use gluten-free oats if needed) 🌾
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) 🍂
- 1 tablespoon honey or sweetener of choice (optional) 🍯
- Cooking spray or a small amount of butter for the pan 🧈
📝 Instructions:
1. Blend the Ingredients:
- Combine ingredients:
- In a blender or food processor, add the cottage cheese, eggs, oats, vanilla extract, baking powder, cinnamon (if using), and sweetener (if using). Blend until the batter is smooth and the oats are fully incorporated.
2. Preheat the Pan:
- Heat a skillet:
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with cooking spray or a small amount of butter.
3. Cook the Pancakes:
- Pour the batter:
- Pour about 1/4 cup of the batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Cook the pancakes:
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the edges start to bubble and the bottom is golden brown. Flip the pancakes and cook for another 1-2 minutes until both sides are golden and the center is cooked through.
4. Serve:
- Serve warm:
- Stack the Flourless Cottage Cheese Pancakes on a plate and top with your favorite toppings like fresh fruit, yogurt, maple syrup, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
🍽️ Topping Ideas:
- Fresh berries 🍓
- Sliced bananas 🍌
- Greek yogurt 🥣
- Maple syrup 🍁
- Nut butter 🥜
🍽️ Tips:
- Blending: If you prefer a chunkier texture, you can blend the batter less or leave the cottage cheese slightly chunky.
- Extra protein: Add a scoop of protein powder to the batter for even more protein content.
⏱️ Preparation Time: 5 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 10 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 6-8 small pancakes
These Flourless Cottage Cheese Pancakes are a delicious and nutritious way to start your day, providing a boost of protein and energy without any flour! 🥞💪🍯