Ingredients (Makes about 12 pancakes)
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Nutrition (per pancake, 12 servings)
~120 kcal | 6g protein | 3g fat | 18g carbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a rimmed sheet pan (roughly 9×13 inches) with cooking spray or line with parchment paper, then brush with the melted butter to prevent sticking and add flavor.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the eggs are fully incorporated and the mixture appears smooth and creamy, with some small curds remaining. This creates a moist, protein-rich base for your pancakes.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This dry mixture ensures even leavening and seasoning throughout the batter.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula. Mix just until no streaks of flour remain, being careful not to overmix, which could lead to dense pancakes. The batter will be thick but scoopable.
- Gently fold in the mixed berries, taking care not to crush them, especially if using fresh berries. If using frozen berries, add them directly from the freezer to prevent excess color bleeding into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared sheet pan and spread it evenly using an offset spatula or the back of a spoon. Aim for a level surface to ensure even baking.
- Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the surface is golden, the center is set, and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. The edges should pull slightly away from the sides of the pan.
- Remove the pan from the oven and allow the pancake slab to cool for 5 minutes before slicing. This short resting time helps the structure set, making it easier to cut clean squares or rectangles.
- Cut into 12 equal pieces and serve warm. These are delicious on their own or with a drizzle of maple syrup, a dollop of Greek yogurt, or extra berries on top.
