Healthy Weight Watchers Cottage Cheese Blender Pancakes

Get ready to start your day on a nutritious and delicious note with these healthy Weight Watchers Cottage Cheese Blender (affiliate link) Pancakes.!

I made the yummiest healthy low calorie cottage cheese pancakes Sunday morning. Made with simple ingredients including ground homemade oat flour (affiliate link) from old-fashioned oats, fat-free cottage cheese, and egg whites, my WW plan friend, Tricia, calls them "Weight Watchers Power Pancakes."

I love the taste of pancakes, but regular pancakes made with 100% white flour, topped with syrup, are terrible fuel for my body. All those refined carbohydrates give me a sugar rush—quickly followed by a crash—that leaves me cranky, shaky, and feeling ravenous. It's a roller coaster ride I try to avoid. Why did it take me so long to realize that pancakes are essentially flat cakes, made from the same ingredients as cake, but in slightly different proportions?

But protein-packed pancakes made with cottage cheese, that's another matter entirely. I was excited to test them out. And hoped they wouldn't taste "too healthy," if you know what I mean.

Full disclaimer: These cottage cheese pancakes are not light and fluffy pancakes. They are thinner and a little chewy. But they didn't scream "healthy" either. They tasted enough like "real" pancakes to be truly satisfying and because they are high protein, they kept me full for several hours. I call that a WW Win-Win!

How Many Calories and WW Points in Cottage Cheese Pancakes?

According to my calculations, each serving (entire recipe) has about 276 calories. To see your WW Points for this recipe and track it in the WW app or site, Click here!

This recipe makes one serving. You can easily double, triple, or quadruple this recipe to feed the whole family.

Cottage Cheese Blender Pancakes Ingredients

• ¼ cup oats
• 2 heaping tablespoons Bisquick baking mix (or your favorite pancake or baking mix)
• 2 large egg whites or 1 whole large egg
• ½ cup fat free cottage cheese
• 3 tablespoons nonfat milk
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

How to Make Healthy Cottage Cheese Protein Pancakes Step By Step

Step 1: Gather and prep your ingredients.

Step 2: Place the oats in the blender (affiliate link) and pulse to make "oat flour (affiliate link)."

Step 3: Add all remaining ingredients to the blender (affiliate link) and process on high speed until smooth. Add another splash of milk if necessary to achieve a nice pancake batter consistency.

Step 4: Place a large nonstick skillet (affiliate link) over medium heat. Lightly coat the pan with nonstick cooking spray. The pan is ready when a drop of water sizzles in the pan.

Step 5: Working in batches, add the batter to the heated pan in ¼-cup portions, spacing them evenly apart. Cook until the pancakes are set around the edges and golden brown on the bottom, 2 to 3 minutes Gently flip the pancakes with a thin spatula and cook until the second side is golden-brown, 1 to 2 minutes longer. Transfer to a plate.

Step 6: Repeat cooking the remaining batter. These pancakes are best when eaten still warm. Serve with your favorite toppings.

Recipe Notes

Processing the ingredients in a blender (affiliate link) resulted in a smooth batter with no trace of cottage cheese so I think you'll like them even it you aren't a cottage cheese fan.

This healthy pancake recipe doesn't have any added sugar in the batter, which is fine for me. The natural sweetness of fresh fruit and drizzle of real maple syrup was enough for me.

Variations & Substitutions

No Bisquick? Substitute your favorite pancake mix. I've been using Kodiak Cakes and Krustez Protein MIx with good results. Whole wheat flour or all purpose flour also would work provided you also add ¼ teaspoon baking powder and a pinch of salt.

No fat free milk? Any milk will work including non dairy options like unsweetened almond milk, soy milk, etc.

Favorite Ways for Topping Cottage Cheese Pancakes

There are plenty of healthy and delicious different ways beyond the traditional maple syrup to enhance your cottage cheese protein pancakes! Here are some ideas:

Fresh Berries: Top your pancakes with a colorful berry mixture like strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries for a burst of sweetness and antioxidants.

Sliced Banana: Add slices of ripe banana for natural sweetness and a creamy texture that pairs perfectly with the fluffy pancakes.

Greek Yogurt: Dollop some plain Greek yogurt on top of your pancakes for an extra boost of protein and creaminess. You can sweeten it with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup if desired.

Nut Butter: Spread a spoonful of your favorite nut butter, such as almond butter or peanut butter, on top of your pancakes for a satisfying dose of healthy fats and protein.

Chia Seeds: Sprinkle some chia seeds over your pancakes for added texture, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids. They also provide a subtle crunch that complements the soft pancakes.

Unsweetened Applesauce: Top your pancakes with a spoonful of unsweetened applesauce for natural sweetness and a fruity flavor without added sugars.

Cottage Cheese: Use a dollop of cottage cheese itself as a topping for an extra protein boost and creamy texture that complements the pancakes' flavor.

Cinnamon and Honey: Sprinkle ground cinnamon over your pancakes and drizzle with a touch of honey for a warm and comforting flavor combination.

Shredded Coconut and Crushed Pineapple : Add a sprinkle of shredded coconut and crushed pineapple for a tropical twist and a hint of sweetness. Sliced mango would also be good. 

Dark Chocolate Chips: For a decadent treat, sprinkle a few dark chocolate chips over your pancakes for a touch of sweetness and rich chocolate flavor.

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If you enjoy cottage cheese blender (affiliate link) pancakes, be sure to check out my other Weight Watchers friendly recipes including Easy Healthy Banana Oat Pancakes, Oven Baked Blueberry Pancake,  4-Ingredient Mug Apple Pancake Puff, Kodiak Cakes Zucchini Pancakes, 4-Ingredient Chocolate Chip Pancake Mix Muffins, Weight Watchers Crepes, Skinny Baked French Toast, 4-Ingredient Microwave Apple Pancake Puff, Crock Pot Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal and Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal Muffin Cups

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*Points® calculated by WW. *PointsPlus® and SmartPoints® calculated by Simple Nourished Living; Not endorsed by Weight Watchers International, Inc. All recipe ingredients except optional items included in determining nutritional estimates. SmartPoints® values calculated WITHOUT each plan's ZeroPoint Foods (Green plan, Blue plan, Purple plan) using the WW Recipe Builder.

More Lightened Up Pancake Recipes and Cottage Cheese Pancake Recipes Perfect for Weight Watchers

• Easy Healthy Banana Oat Pancakes
• Oven Baked Blueberry Pancake
• Light & Healthy Pancake Recipes Gathered from Around the Web
• Cottage Cheese Blueberry Pancakes (My Bizzy Kitchen)
• Fiber One Pancakes (LaaLoosh)
• Easy Healthy Banana Pancakes
• 4-Ingredient Mug Apple Pancake Puff
• 3-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Pancakes (The Kitchen)
• WW Cottage Cheese Blender Pancakes (WeightWatchers)

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Originally published June 2013; Republished with new content and photos March 2024