Cottage Cheese Pancakes

Soft, fluffy, and subtly sweet, these cottage cheese pancakes are the perfect way to start the day! Combined in a blender and cooked in minutes, they’re a high-protein, low-carb option everyone in the family will love. 

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What can I expect? 

Most pancakes feature a white flour and sugar-based batter, but not this recipe! Instead, we use a combination of almond flour and coconut flour to create the classic fluffy texture you know and love while keeping the carbohydrates low and adding fiber and healthy fats. 

Then, we add cottage cheese for extra moisture and protein. The result is a sweet flavor and soft texture that tastes just like the pancakes you grew up eating. 

Plus, there’s no mixing required. Just combine the ingredients in a blender, pulse, and cook. In 15 minutes, you’ll have a complete breakfast that’s perfect for cozy weekend mornings yet quick and easy enough for busy weekdays. 

Served warm with a variety of toppings, these cottage cheese pancakes are so delicious no one will even notice that they’re a low-carb, refined sugar-free recipe! 

Are Cottage Cheese Pancakes Healthy? 

Let’s take a look at the main ingredients: 

• Cottage cheese
• Eggs
• Almond flour
• Coconut flour

Eggs, almond flour, and coconut flour are all nutritious food sources, made with natural ingredients. Use them to add protein, structure, flavor, and nutrients to a variety of recipes. 

But what about cottage cheese? Is dairy healthy?

Here’s what we know. Dairy is full of vitamins, minerals, protein, and natural fat energy. But if everyone consumed dairy all of the time, dairy farming would become abusive and unsustainable…

Let’s be mindful of our dairy intake. Buy dairy that comes from pasture-raised cows and limit consumption.

Sugar is what makes food unhealthy. 

Most pancakes are made with white flour, which digests very similarly to sugar. 

In a single serving, you’re already up to 22g or more of sugar. Next, you’re looking at heartburn with an energy crash. (And you’ll be scouring the pantry for your next sugar snack within the hour.)

Omit the flour and additional sugar, and this recipe becomes nourishment. The ingredients provide vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, and quality, whole-food energy. 

Enjoy these low-carb cottage cheese pancakes knowing they support your well-being. Learn more about eating less sugar here.

Cottage Cheese Pancakes Tips

1. Can I use just almond flour or coconut flour?

Yes, but not 1:1. You can substitute almond or coconut flour, but using only coconut flour may make the pancakes drier. So, reduce the amount to 2 tbsp. You may also need a little more liquid (milk or eggs).

2. Are these pancakes gluten-free?

Yes, they are naturally gluten-free.

3. Can I make them ahead?

Yes! You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze them for longer.

4. What toppings are good for low-carb diets?

Try sugar-free syrup, berries, sugar-free whip topping, or a dollop of Greek yogurt.

5. What if I don’t have cottage cheese?

You can substitute cottage cheese with ricotta cheese or Greek yogurt, but the texture and flavor will be slightly different. Cottage cheese adds a nice creaminess and extra protein to the pancakes.

6. Can I make the batter ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the batter, and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Stir the batter before cooking, as the ingredients may separate slightly during storage.

7. Are these pancakes freezer-friendly?

Absolutely! Cook the pancakes, let them cool, and store them in an airtight container or freezer bag. Reheat them in a toaster or microwave when ready to eat.

8. Can I add any mix-ins to the batter?

Yes! Feel free to fold in some low-carb chocolate chips, blueberries, or nuts into the batter. Just be mindful that mix-ins might slightly increase the carb count.

9. How should I serve these pancakes? 

These pancakes are plenty flavorful on their own! However, you can also add toppings like pancake syrup, peanut butter drizzle, chocolate chips, chopped nuts, butter, fresh fruit, or whipped cream. 

10. What should I serve with cottage cheese pancakes? 

You can easily enjoy these pancakes on their own as a complete meal. Or, pair them with breakfast options like fresh fruit, bacon, sausage, high protein breakfast casserole, veggie breakfast casserole, or egg muffins for an even more filling meal. 

Cottage Cheese Pancakes

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Prep Time:5 minutes mins

Cook Time:10 minutes mins

Equipment

• Blender
• Non-Stick Pan

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cottage Cheese
• 3 Eggs, large
• 3/4 cup Almond Flour
• 2 Tbsp Coconut Flour
• 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
• 1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract optional
• Pinch of Salt
• Butter or Oil, for cooking

Instructions

• In a blender, combine cottage cheese, eggs, almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth.
• Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
• Pour 2-3 tbsp of batter for each pancake. Cook 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
• Serve warm with your choice of toppings. (See Q&A for ideas.)

Notes

See Tips above recipe card for FAQ and substitutions.

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Recipe from Neutral Eating: https://neutraleating.com/cottage-cheese-pancakes/

Servings: 4

Author: Neutral Eating