I used to think pancakes were off-limits if I wanted to eat healthy.
But when I started learning how to actually fuel my body after 40 — not just restrict or count everything — I realized there’s a way to make comfort foods like pancakes work for me.

These cottage cheese pancakes are high in protein, lightly sweet, and have this warm, fluffy texture that makes you feel like you’re treating yourself — without the sugar crash two hours later.

I love making these on slow Saturday mornings or meal prepping a batch for the week. Paired with fresh fruit and a drizzle of maple syrup? Total feel-good breakfast.

Ingredients

• ½ cup cottage cheese

• 2 eggs

• ¼ cup oat flour (or finely ground oats)

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

• ½ teaspoon baking powder

• Pinch of salt

• Optional: ½ teaspoon cinnamon or a dash of honey

• Coconut oil or butter for cooking

• Fresh fruit for topping (berries, banana slices, or peaches)

Instructions

1. Blend the batter:
   Add cottage cheese, eggs, oat flour, vanilla, baking powder, salt, and any extras into a blender. Blend until smooth.

2. Cook the pancakes:
   Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat with a bit of oil or butter. Pour small circles of batter into the pan. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and fluffy.

3. Top and serve:
   Stack the pancakes and top with fresh fruit. Add a drizzle of pure maple syrup or a dollop of Greek yogurt if you like.

Sarah’s Tips

• Make it ahead: These pancakes keep well in the fridge for 3–4 days or can be frozen and reheated in the toaster.

• No blender? Mash the cottage cheese and whisk everything by hand — they’ll be a little more rustic but still delicious.

• Add-ins: You can stir in blueberries or chopped nuts for a fun twist.

Why I Love This Recipe

These pancakes give me that warm, cozy, Sunday-morning vibe — but without the food guilt I used to feel. They're filling, protein-rich, and don’t leave me crashing before lunchtime.

If you’ve ever felt torn between eating healthy and enjoying your food… this recipe is the best of both.

Nutrition (Per Serving – makes 1 serving)

• Calories: 290

• Protein: 21g

• Carbohydrates: 18g

• Fiber: 3g

• Sugar: 5g

• Fat: 15g