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Protein Pancakes
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Ingredients:
– 1 cup Real California low-fat or 2% small curd cottage cheese
– 6 large egg whites
– 6 tablespoons almond flour or coconut flour
– 1 scoop or 2 tablespoons vanilla-flavored whey protein powder
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup Real California plain or vanilla low-fat yogurt
– 1 cup raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, strawberries (hulled and quartered or sliced), or a combination
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Directions:
These fluffy pancakes are simple and easy to make, plus they’re full of protein for a power breakfast or even a post-workout treat.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
In a medium bowl using a hand mixer or in a blender, combine cottage cheese, egg whites, flour, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, and vanilla, and mix on low speed just until smooth.
Coat a nonstick griddle or large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray and place it over medium heat. Working in batches, add 3 to 4 tablespoons batter per pancake to the griddle or skillet and cook until puffy and slightly set, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn and cook until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter, respraying the griddle or skillet as necessary.
Serve pancakes topped with yogurt and berries. Makes 8 to 10 pancakes.
Note: Instead of yogurt and berries, try serving the pancakes with butter, granola, syrup, or other favorite toppings.
Source: Jordan Mazur, MS, RD, Coordinator of Nutrition & Sports Dietitian for the San Francisco 49ers
Disclaimer
High Protein
These categories are not complete meal plans and do not guarantee any specific health outcome. They are simply a way of organizing recipes by approximate macronutrient pattern.
For the purposes of recipe classification, "high protein" is operationally defined as providing ≥20% of the Daily Value (DV) for protein per serving, as established by the (2020-2025) Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
Recipes bearing the high-protein designation are provided solely for general dietary planning purposes. These recipes are not intended to serve as medical nutrition therapy, nor should they be used to adjust pharmacological interventions or substitute for individualized clinical recommendations from qualified healthcare professionals.
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