High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Easy Quick Breakfast Recipe

High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g protein in every bite! After making these dozens of times, I’ve perfected the recipe for a quick, easy, and protein-packed breakfast. The trick I discovered is using cottage cheese for extra protein and fluffiness. These muffins are golden, crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. Try them with my Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants for a savory breakfast brunch. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants and Homemade Blackberry Coconut Pink Drink.

What You'll Need for High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Easy Quick Breakfast Recipe

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup egg whites
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)
• 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Stevia or your choice of sweetener (optional)
• Optional: Greek yogurt
• Optional: Fresh berries
• Optional: Chocolate chips
• Optional: Nuts or seeds

How to Make High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Easy Quick Breakfast Recipe

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
2. Step 2: Blend cottage cheese, oats, egg whites, and almond milk until smooth.
3. Step 3: Add flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon (if using), and vanilla extract. Blend again until combined.
4. Step 4: Fold in chocolate chips (if using).
5. Step 5: Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
6. Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and crispy.

Storing & Reheating High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Easy Quick Breakfast Recipe

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare batter ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

Freezing High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Easy Quick Breakfast Recipe

Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a savory version, omit chocolate chips and add diced ham or cheese.
• Best substitution: Substitute Greek yogurt for cottage cheese for a similar texture.
• Make-ahead: Prepare batter ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for meal prepping.
• Troubleshooting: If your muffins are too dry, add more almond milk or egg whites to the batter.

High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Easy Quick Breakfast Recipe

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

25 mins

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Total

35 mins

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Serves

12 muffins

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Diet

High Protein

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup egg whites
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Seasonings

• 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Stevia or your choice of sweetener (optional)

Optional Toppings

• Greek yogurt
• Fresh berries
• Chocolate chips
• Nuts or seeds

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
2. Step 2: Blend cottage cheese, oats, egg whites, and almond milk until smooth.
3. Step 3: Add flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon (if using), and vanilla extract. Blend again until combined.
4. Step 4: Fold in chocolate chips (if using).
5. Step 5: Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
6. Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and crispy.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a savory version, omit chocolate chips and add diced ham or cheese.
• Best substitution: Substitute Greek yogurt for cottage cheese for a similar texture.
• Make-ahead: Prepare batter ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for meal prepping.
• Troubleshooting: If your muffins are too dry, add more almond milk or egg whites to the batter.

Storage

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.
• Make ahead: Prepare batter ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 25g
• Fat: 3g
• Carbs: 13g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 250mg
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sat. Fat: 1g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try High Protein Pancake Muffins – 25g Protein Easy Quick Breakfast Recipe and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!