Easy Protein Eggnog Pancakes with Cottage Cheese
These eggnog pancakes are packed with holiday flavors and have an extra boost of protein thanks to the cottage cheese.
Ingredients
- 3/4 C. All-Purpose flour
- 1/2 C. Wheat flour
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 1 Tbsp honey
- 2 Tbsp. Butter (melted)
- 1/2 tsp. Salt
- 1 tsp. Vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 C. Cottage cheese
- 1 C. Eggnog
- 1 tsp. Cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp. Nutmeg
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flours, baking soda, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon together in a large mixing bowl. Whisk together and set aside.
- Using a large blender, add the eggs, eggnog, cottage cheese, vanilla extract, honey and melted butter into the blender. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the blended wet ingredients into the dry. Mix until just combined, being careful not to over-mix. Is ok if there are lumps.
- Heat a lightly greased skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Once hot, spoon the pancakes on to skillet, making either 4 large or 6 small pancakes.
- Cook until the edges are starting to cook and the bottom of the pancake is golden brown. Flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
- Serve immediately with topping of choice, such as butter and maple syrup
Notes
Nutrition facts are an estimate.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 234kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 12gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 93mgSodium: 527mgPotassium: 177mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 328IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg
The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.