Cottage Cheese Protein German Chocolate Pancakes

If you love German chocolate cake, these pancakes give you that same flavor in a breakfast you can feel good about.

They are made with cottage cheese, which blends right into the batter and makes the pancakes soft and moist without any lumps.

The cottage cheese also makes these pancakes high in protein, so they keep you full for a good part of the morning.

On top you get a simple coconut pecan topping made with Greek yogurt, plus a scatter of dark chocolate chips.

It feels like a treat, but it is really just a solid breakfast that tastes like dessert.

Why I Love This Recipe

Deep Chocolate Flavor – Cocoa, chocolate protein powder, maple syrup, and vanilla create rich German chocolate flavor in every bite.

A Protein-Rich Breakfast – Cottage cheese, eggs, and protein powder make these pancakes a satisfying choice for busy mornings.

Soft and Tender Texture – Blending the cottage cheese creates a smooth batter with pancakes that stay tender in the center.

Creamy Coconut Pecan Topping – Greek yogurt, coconut, maple syrup, and pecans create a creamy topping with pleasant crunch.

The Ingredients

For The Pancakes

• 1 cup Cottage Cheese
• 2 large Eggs
• 3/4 cup Oat Flour
• 1/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
• 1 scoop Chocolate Protein Powder
• 1/3 cup Milk
• 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1/4 teaspoon Fine Salt

For The Coconut Pecan Topping

• 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened Shredded Coconut
• 2 tablespoons Chopped Pecans
• 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

For The Finish

• 2 tablespoons Mini Dark Chocolate Chips

How to Make This Recipe

Step 1

Blend the cottage cheese, eggs, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla until creamy and smooth.

Step 2

Whisk the oat flour, cocoa powder, protein powder, baking powder, and salt together. Stir in the blended cottage cheese mixture until the batter is evenly combined.

Step 3

Mix the Greek yogurt, coconut, pecans, maple syrup, and vanilla in a bowl. Let the mixture stand for 5 minutes so the coconut softens slightly.

Step 4

Heat a lightly greased skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the pancakes in small portions until the surface bubbles and the edges are set.

Step 5

Flip the pancakes and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until tender in the center.

Step 6

Spread the coconut pecan topping between the pancakes and over the stack. Scatter the chocolate chips over the top.

Quick Tips

Blend the Cottage Cheese Until Smooth

Blend the cottage cheese, eggs, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla until there are no visible curds left. A smooth mixture gives the pancakes a more even texture and helps prevent small pockets of cottage cheese.

Scrape down the sides of the blender if needed so all of the cottage cheese is fully incorporated before adding it to the dry ingredients.

Let the Batter Rest Briefly

After mixing the wet and dry ingredients, let the batter sit for about 5 minutes before cooking. The oat flour and protein powder will absorb some of the liquid, which helps the pancakes hold their shape in the skillet.

If the batter becomes very thick after resting, stir in 1 teaspoon of milk at a time until it is thick but easy to spoon. Avoid adding too much milk, or the pancakes may spread too quickly.

Cook Over Medium-Low Heat

Keep the skillet at medium-low heat because the cocoa powder and protein powder can brown before the centers are fully cooked. Give the pan a few minutes to heat evenly before adding the first portion of batter.

A light coating of grease is enough. Too much can make the batter slide around and prevent the pancakes from cooking into neat, even rounds.

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Quick Answers

Do I need to blend the cottage cheese for smooth pancakes?

Yes, blending the cottage cheese with the eggs, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla creates a smoother batter and helps prevent noticeable curds in the pancakes.

Blend until creamy before stirring the mixture into the dry ingredients.