Protein Power Pancakes
These protein power pancakes blend eggs, cottage cheese, and rolled oats into a high-protein breakfast with no flour. They come together in a blender in minutes and cost about $1 a serving — a filling, budget-friendly way to start the day.

Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla (optional)
- Cooking oil to grease the pan (preferably coconut or olive oil)
- Optional toppings: butter, maple syrup, peanut butter, nuts or seeds, berries, or anything else you like
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Step 1 Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Step 2 Let the mixture sit to thicken while heating a greased pan over medium heat.
- Step 3 Once the pan is hot, pour the mixture onto it in 1/4-cup portions. (Tip: the pan is ready when a flicked drop of water sizzles.)
- Step 4 Cook the pancakes until the edges are dry and they puff up a bit, then flip.
- Step 5 Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
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Health Benefits
This high-protein breakfast starts the day off right by steadying blood glucose levels, which improves energy, focus, and mood throughout the day. Both cottage cheese and eggs provide all of the body’s essential amino acids.