🥞 Low-Carb Cottage Cheese Pancakes
🍽 Servings: 2 (Makes about 6 small pancakes)
⏱ Time: 15–20 minutes
✅ Keto-Friendly | Gluten-Free | High-Protein
🛒 Ingredients:
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½ cup full-fat cottage cheese
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2 large eggs
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2 tbsp almond flour (or coconut flour*)
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½ tsp baking powder
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Pinch of salt
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Optional:
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp cinnamon or sweetener (like erythritol or stevia)
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Note: If using coconut flour, reduce to 1 tbsp and let batter sit 2–3 min to thicken.
👨🍳 Instructions:
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Make the batter:
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In a bowl, whisk together eggs, then add cottage cheese, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Add vanilla or cinnamon if desired.
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Mix until mostly smooth; a few cottage cheese curds are fine.
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Preheat skillet:
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Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
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Add a small amount of butter, oil, or cooking spray.
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Cook pancakes:
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Spoon about 2 tbsp of batter per pancake onto the skillet.
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Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and set.
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Flip gently — they’re delicate but firm up as they cook.
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Serve warm:
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Top with fresh berries, sugar-free syrup, nut butter, or a pat of butter.
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✅ Nutrition (per serving, approx.):
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Calories: ~230
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Protein: 18–20g
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Net Carbs: ~3–4g
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Fat: 14g
🔄 Variations:
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Add chia seeds or flaxseed meal for extra fiber.
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Fold in a few blueberries or a sprinkle of shredded coconut.
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Use ricotta cheese instead of cottage cheese for a smoother texture.
Would you like a savory version (with herbs and cheese), or one made in the blender for quicker prep and smoother texture?