Flourless Cottage Cheese Pancakes
MACRO-VERIFIED 28G PROTEIN

FLOURLESS COTTAGE CHEESE PANCAKES
(MACRO-VERIFIED)

Protein

28G

Calories

220

Prep Time

5M

Bake Time

10M

These flourless cottage cheese pancakes prove you don't need any flour to make incredible pancakes. With just cottage cheese, eggs, and a few simple additions, you get light, creamy pancakes that are naturally gluten-free and packed with 28g of protein per serving. This minimalist cottage cheese pancake recipe is perfect for anyone following a low-carb, keto-friendly, or gluten-free diet without sacrificing taste or texture. The magic happens when you blend cottage cheese and eggs together — the proteins in both ingredients create structure, giving you pancakes that hold together beautifully despite having zero flour. They cook up thin and delicate, almost like protein-packed crepes, with crispy golden edges and a soft, custard-like center. Top them with fresh berries and a squeeze of lemon for a refreshing twist, or go savory with smoked salmon and avocado. These flourless cottage cheese pancakes are one of the simplest cottage cheese recipes you can make, requiring just 5 ingredients and about 15 minutes from start to finish. They're a revelation for anyone who thought you needed flour for great pancakes — once you try them, there's no going back. All nutrition data is verified using USDA FoodData Central for accuracy.

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INGREDIENTS

ingredient(s) swapped

Nutrition Facts

Updated with substitutions

9 servings per recipe

Serving size

1 cottage cheese recipes

Amount per serving

Calories

220

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 12g

15%

Total Carbohydrate 5g

2%

Dietary Fiber 0g

0%

Total Sugars 3g

Protein 28g

56%

*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.

Verified using USDA FoodData Central

INSTRUCTIONS

1

Combine cottage cheese, eggs, vanilla, baking powder, and salt in a blender. Blend until smooth and airy, about 30 seconds.

2

Let the batter rest for 2 minutes to allow the baking powder to activate.

3

Heat a non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Pour small rounds of batter (about 50ml each). Cook for 2-3 minutes until set on top.

4

Gently flip and cook 1 more minute. These are delicate, so use a wide spatula.

5

Serve immediately with fresh berries, lemon zest, or sugar-free syrup.

TROUBLESHOOTING

My cottage cheese recipes are too dry

Try adding 1-2 tablespoons more liquid (milk, yogurt, or egg whites). Also ensure you're not over-measuring the protein powder - use the scoop and level method.

They didn't rise properly

Check your baking powder is fresh (test by adding to hot water - it should bubble vigorously). Also, don't overmix the batter as this can deflate the air bubbles.

The texture is rubbery

This usually means too much protein powder or overbaking. Reduce baking time by 2-3 minutes and check doneness with a toothpick.

SUBSTITUTIONS

Original Substitute Notes
Whey Protein Casein, Plant Blend May need +10ml liquid
Greek Yogurt Cottage Cheese, Skyr Blend smooth first
Egg Whites Flax Egg, Aquafaba For vegan option
Oat Flour Almond Flour, Coconut Flour Coconut: use 1/3 amount

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