Blender Protein Pancakes
When I was developing a postpartum and life-with-kids friendly pancake recipe for my new cookbook, The Nourished Mother, I knew two things had to be true. It had to be fast and easy to make and be way more nourishing than a traditional pancake recipe. I wanted pancakes to be an option if you wanted a protein-forward breakfast full of lots of nutrients!
These pancakes are definitely simple to make - you just add everything to a blender, blend it up, then pour straight onto your pan or griddle!
They’re also full of some of my favourite postpartum and motherhood supporting ingredients like cottage cheese, eggs, flaxseed, and oats. You probably have everything in your fridge already!
You can whip these up for a lunch for you (I like to add nut butter and hemp seeds on top!), freeze a batch for later, or make a kid-friendly breakfast with fruit on the side.
Why Blender Protein Pancakes Are Great Postpartum
These pancakes are packed with nutrients to help you feel amazing, well nourished, and energized through even the most exhausting days.
The protein in these Blender Protein Pancakes comes from cottage cheese and eggs, which helps support more steady blood sugar levels and energy as well as a calmer nervous system.
Instead of regular flour, these pancakes are made up of oats and flax, two higher fiber sources of slow digesting carbohydrates that support gut motility and lower the risk of constipation.
Not to mention, you can make these with zero bowls and no clean up (just toss your blender into your dishwasher!), and they’re fast and easy to make, reheat, or freeze for times you need a one-handed protein-rich snack (or something healthy to give your toddler!).
How to Make Blender Protein Pancakes (Step-by-Step)
Prep your ingredients.
Gather the rolled oats, cottage cheese, eggs, banana, ground flaxseed, baking powder, vanilla, cinnamon, sea salt, and butter or ghee. Tip: using a ripe banana adds natural sweetness and moisture without extra sugar.Blend the batter.
Add all ingredients except the oats and butter/ghee to a blender. Blend until smooth. Then, add the oats gradually, blending as you go.Heat the pan.
Place a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tbsp butter or ghee. This prevents sticking and gives the pancakes a golden crust.Cook the pancakes.
Pour the batter in ¼-cup scoops onto the skillet. Cook for about 2 minutes per side, or until the bottom is golden brown. Flip carefully with a spatula.Serve warm.
Stack pancakes on a plate and enjoy immediately, or let cool and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. They also freeze well — just reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.
Blender Protein Pancakes FAQ
1. Can I freeze these Blender Protein Pancakes?
Yes! Once cool, simply freeze your pancakes in a single layer in a freezer-safe bag or container. Let defrost in the fridge or pop straight into your toaster!
2. Can I make the batter ahead of time?
Absolutely. Store the batter in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Just give it a quick stir before scooping onto the pan.
3. Can I add mix-ins?
Yes — fold in a handful of berries, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts after blending the batter for extra texture and flavor.
4. Are these pancakes gluten-free?
Yes! These pancakes are naturally gluten free as they are made with oats and flax instead of regular flour.
Blender Protein Pancakes Recipe from The Nourished Mother Cookbook
10 minutes Prepping
15 minutes Cooking
Makes 12-14 pancakes
What you need:
1 ¼ cups rolled oats
1 cup cottage cheese
4 eggs
1 ripe banana
2 tbsp ground flaxseed
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp vanilla
½ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp sea salt
1 tbsp butter or ghee (plus more if needed for cooking)
How to Make It
Add all ingredients except butter or ghee to a blender, adding oats last, and blend until smooth. If your blender has difficulty processing thick batters, add the oats slowly, and blend as you go.
Heat a large pan or skillet over medium heat, and melt butter or ghee.
Add batter in ¼ cup scoops to pan, and cook about 2 minutes per side or until bottom is golden brown.
More Nourishing Recipes For Postpartum + Family Life
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