Sweet or Salty Protein Pancakes

protein pancakes
Prep Time5 minsCook Time15 minsDifficultyBeginnerYields4 ServingsCategory
 1 cup (225g) cottage cheese or plain Greek yogurt
 1 cup (80g) rolled oats
 5 eggs
 2 tbsp coconut oil
For sweet cakes
 2 tsp cinnamon
 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
For salty cakes
 1 tsp salt
 1 tsp pepper
 1 tsp paprika
1

Place all ingredients into a blender or food processor and blitz together until smooth.

2

Heat ¼ of the coconut oil in a large frying pan over low-medium heat, pour about ¼ cup of batter per pancake, and repeat until the pan is filled.

3

Cook until you start to see bubbles form on the surface of the pancakes, about 1-2 minutes. Then, flip and cook for another minute or until golden brown on both sides.

4

Repeat this process until all the batter has been used. Top the pancakes with your favorite toppings (see serving suggestions below).

5

Consider these serving suggestions:

- Fruit: banana, strawberries, raspberries, pear, figs, cherries, pineapple (fresh or frozen)
- Veggies: spinach, arugula, bell peppers, mushroom, tomatoes
- Toppings; chia seeds, sesame seeds, fresh basil, cilantro
- Sweeteners: maple syrup or honey

Nutrition Facts

4 servings

Serving size

4


Amount per serving
Calories298
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17g22%
Total Carbohydrate 20g8%
Protein 17g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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