Soft, fluffy, high-protein pancakes made without any flour — perfect for a healthy breakfast or weight-friendly meal.
⏱️ Time & Yield
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Prep: 5 minutes
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Cook: 8–10 minutes
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Servings: 2 (about 6–8 small pancakes)
🛒 Ingredients
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1 cup cottage cheese
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2 large eggs
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½ cup rolled oats (or quick oats)
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
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½ tsp baking powder (optional, for fluffier texture)
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Oil spray or 1 tsp butter for pan
✅ No flour
✅ No added sugar
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Blend
Add to blender:
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cottage cheese
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eggs
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oats
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vanilla
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cinnamon
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baking powder
Blend until mostly smooth (small curds are okay).
2️⃣ Rest Batter (Important)
Let batter sit 3–5 minutes to thicken.
3️⃣ Heat Pan
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Heat nonstick pan over medium-low
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Lightly spray with oil
4️⃣ Cook Pancakes
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Pour small rounds (about 2 tbsp each)
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Cook 2–3 minutes until edges set
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Flip gently
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Cook another 1–2 minutes
⚠️ Keep heat medium-low — they brown quickly.
5️⃣ Serve
Serve warm with:
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fresh berries
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yogurt
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sugar-free syrup
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peanut butter drizzle
🔢 Estimated WW Points (per serving)
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Basic recipe: 3–4 points
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With full-fat cottage cheese: 4–5 points
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With toppings: add accordingly
(Very WW-friendly.)
🌿 Is It Anti-Inflammatory?
Good choice overall.
👍 Benefits
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High protein
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No refined flour
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Low added sugar
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Oats provide fiber
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Cinnamon adds anti-inflammatory support
🔥 Make it even better
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Use low-fat cottage cheese
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Add chia or flax
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Top with berries instead of syrup
💡 Pro Tips
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Small pancakes flip easier
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Blend well for smoother texture
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If batter too thin → add 1 tbsp oats
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If too thick → add 1–2 tbsp milk
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Cook low and slow for best texture
🧊 Storage
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Fridge: up to 3 days
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Freeze: up to 2 months
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Reheat: toaster or pan
🔄 Easy Variations
🍫 Chocolate
Add 1 tsp cocoa powder + sugar-free chips
🍌 Banana
Blend in ½ ripe banana
💪 Extra protein
Add 1 tbsp protein powder