High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pancakes

Diabetic, Anti inflammatory, Fodmap, Diverticulitis friendly

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Make the batter

Step 2

Add the cottage cheese, eggs, almond flour, monk fruit, baking powder, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt to a blender. Blend until smooth.

Step 3

Let the batter rest

Step 4

Let it sit for 2–3 minutes. This helps the almond flour absorb some of the moisture.

Step 5

Heat the pan

Step 6

Lightly grease a nonstick skillet with the oil. Heat over medium-low.

Step 7

Cook the pancakes

Step 8

Pour about 2 tablespoons of batter per pancake into the pan. Cook for about 2–3 minutes, until the edges look set and bubbles begin forming.

Step 9

Flip gently

Step 10

Flip and cook another 1–2 minutes, until cooked through and lightly golden.

Step 11

Serve warm.

Step 12

For a diabetic-friendly topping, try:

Step 13

A few sliced strawberries

Step 14

A small handful of blueberries

Step 15

A spoonful of plain lactose-free Greek yogurt

Step 16

A sprinkle of cinnamon