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5 Minute Cottage Cheese Pancake For One

A quick and delightful single-serving breakfast pancake made with cottage cheese, eggs, and oats, offering a fluffy interior and crispy edges.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • ½ cup cottage cheese (preferably low-fat)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup oats (rolled or quick-cooking)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder Essential for achieving the perfect rise
  • a pinch salt
  • to taste Butter or oil for cooking Your choice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients and measure them out accurately.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, oats, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
  3. Place a non-stick frying pan on medium heat and add a teaspoon of butter or oil.
Cooking
  1. Pour the prepared batter into the pan to form one large pancake or two smaller ones. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface.
  2. Carefully flip the pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
Serving
  1. Slide the pancake onto a plate and top it with your favorite toppings. Enjoy your breakfast!

Notes

For lactose intolerant individuals, swap out cottage cheese for a plant-based alternative. Allow the batter to rest for a minute before cooking for a fluffier texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to a month.