Protein-Packed Blueberry Vanilla Cottage Cheese Pancakes

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour, sifted
• 1 cup cottage cheese, blended until smooth
• 1 cup milk
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup fresh blueberries, washed
• 2 tablespoons butter, for cooking

1. 01
   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. 02
   In a separate bowl, blend the cottage cheese until smooth, then mix it with the milk, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract.
3. 03
   Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
4. 04
   Fold the fresh blueberries into the batter gently to avoid crushing them.
5. 05
   Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of butter to coat the surface.
6. 06
   Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on the other side.
7. 07
   Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
8. 08
   Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, extra blueberries, or a dollop of Greek yogurt.