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Carrot Cake Protein Pancakes

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These carrot cake protein pancakes are soft, fluffy, and warmly spiced, combining the comforting flavor of carrot cake with a nourishing, protein-packed breakfast. Perfect for a cozy and satisfying start to the day.

Ingredients

1 cup whole-milk cottage cheese

1/2 cup milk of choice

2 large eggs

2 Tbsp. coconut sugar (or maple syrup)

1 tsp. vanilla extract

1 1/4 cup oat flour (or all-purpose flour)

2 tsp. baking powder

1 tsp. ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg

1/4 tsp. ground ginger

1/2 tsp. kosher salt

1 cup finely grated carrots

1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans

Extra-virgin olive oil or butter for cooking

Suggested toppings: maple cream cheese or Greek yogurt, extra chopped nuts, maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Blend the cottage cheese, milk, eggs, coconut sugar (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  3. Pour the blended mixture into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
  4. Fold in the grated carrots and chopped nuts. The batter will be thick.
  5. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with oil or butter.
  6. Scoop about 1/3 cup of batter onto the pan and spread slightly into a round.
  7. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the bottom is golden, then flip and cook another 1–2 minutes.
  8. Repeat with remaining batter, adjusting heat as needed. Keep cooked pancakes warm if necessary.
  9. Serve with maple syrup, yogurt or cream cheese, and extra nuts as desired.

Notes

Add raisins or shredded coconut for extra texture and flavor variation.

Use maple syrup instead of coconut sugar for a sweeter taste.

Substitute dairy ingredients with plant-based alternatives for a dairy-free version.

Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 6 months.

Reheat in a toaster for best texture.

Use finely grated carrots so they blend smoothly into the batter.

Avoid overmixing to keep pancakes light and fluffy.

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