Cottage Cheese Pancakes

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 10 min
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Makes 12 four-inch pancakes

Ingredients

• 1 cup low-fat or regular cottage cheese
• 4 eggs or equivalent amount of egg substitute (usually 1 cup)
• ½ cup almond flour or rolled oats
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Butter or oil for cooking

Optional: grated lemon or orange zest along with lemon or orange extract; or try other flavored extracts such as maple, coconut, or almond

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and process on low speed until blended.
2. Cook pancakes in a lightly greased skillet or griddle over low to medium-high heat until browned on both sides.
3. Serve immediately with plain yogurt mixed with fresh fruit and cinnamon or with butter and sugar-free syrup.

Nutrition at a Glance (per serving)
Three 4-inch pancakes per serving
Calories: 120
Total fat: 10g
Saturated fat: 2g
Total carbohydrates: 4g
Dietary fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g