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Fluffy Calorie-Deficit Protein Pancakes

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These fluffy protein pancakes are quick, easy, and low in calories, perfect for a filling breakfast that keeps you full without feeling heavy or guilty.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
  • ½ cup (120g) low-fat small-curd cottage cheese
  • 3 large egg whites (about 100g)
  • 1 scoop (about 30g) vanilla protein powder
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) unsweetened almond milk
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon stevia or preferred zero-calorie sweetener (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional for serving: fresh berries (blueberries or strawberries), 1 tablespoon natural nut butter (almond or peanut), pure maple syrup (a light drizzle)

Instructions

  1. Place 1 cup rolled oats in a blender and pulse until fine flour-like consistency, about 30 seconds.
  2. Add ½ cup cottage cheese, 3 large egg whites, and ⅓ cup unsweetened almond milk to the blender. Blend for about 45 seconds until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon stevia (optional), ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir well.
  4. Pour the dry mix into the blender with the wet mixture. Pulse a few times to combine. If batter is too thick, add 10-15ml almond milk and blend again.
  5. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with cooking spray or oil.
  6. Using a ¼ cup measuring cup, pour batter onto skillet. Cook 2-3 minutes until bubbles form and edges look set.
  7. Flip gently and cook another 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  8. Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm while finishing the batch.
  9. Serve pancakes stacked with optional fresh berries, nut butter, or a light drizzle of maple syrup.

Notes

If batter is too thick, add a splash of almond milk but avoid adding too much to prevent flat pancakes. Use medium heat and grease skillet lightly to avoid sticking. Wait for bubbles and dry edges before flipping to keep pancakes intact. Fresh baking soda is recommended for best fluffiness. Batter can be prepared the night before and stored in the fridge.

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