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Raspberry Protein Pancakes with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

Soft, high-protein raspberry pancakes made without protein powder, topped with a tangy lemon cream cheese frosting. Cozy, balanced, and perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.

Jump to Recipe 3/18/2026
Stack of raspberry protein pancakes topped with lemon cream cheese frosting

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These pancakes are soft, moist, and actually taste like a treat while still being high in protein. The lemon cream cheese frosting takes them from good to ridiculous.

Simple Ingredients

Oats create a hearty base, while cottage cheese and egg whites boost the protein. Raspberries add natural sweetness and the frosting brings everything together.

Best Ways to Enjoy It

Serve warm with the frosting for a cozy breakfast or keep them in the fridge and eat them cold as a high-protein snack throughout the day.

Inspiration

At CraveSmart, we take comforting recipes and rebuild them with smarter ingredients and better balance so they actually work for everyday eating.

Raspberry Protein Pancakes with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Total Time

20 mins

Servings

1

Calories

450

Protein

39g

Carbs

46g

Fat

12g

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 40g rolled oats (blended into flour)
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • Cinnamon, to taste
  • Sweetener, to taste (monkfruit or similar)

Wet Ingredients

  • 80ml cottage cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 80ml egg whites
  • Splash of vanilla extract

Optional

  • 50g raspberries
  • 80g 0% Greek yogurt
  • 15g light cream cheese
  • Lemon juice, to taste

Instructions

  1. Blend the rolled oats into a fine flour.
  2. In a bowl, combine the oat flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and sweetener.
  3. In a blender, mix the cottage cheese, egg, egg whites, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir to combine.
  5. Let the batter sit for 5–10 minutes to thicken.
  6. Gently fold in the raspberries, lightly mashing some for better distribution.
  7. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
  8. Cook pancakes for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  9. In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, cream cheese, sweetener, and lemon juice until smooth.
  10. Serve pancakes topped with the lemon cream cheese frosting.

Tips

  • Letting the batter rest helps improve texture and thickness.
  • Blend the wet ingredients well for a smoother batter.
  • Cook on medium heat to avoid burning before the inside cooks.

Variations

  • Swap raspberries for blueberries or strawberries.
  • Add lemon zest to the batter for extra brightness.
  • Use flavored yogurt for a twist on the frosting.

Storage

  • Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • These taste great cold or reheated.

FAQ

Do these taste like cottage cheese?

No. Once blended and cooked, the texture is smooth and pancake-like.

Can I skip the frosting?

Yes, but it adds a lot of flavor and makes the recipe feel like a dessert.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes. They store well and are great as a grab-and-go snack.

Source Note

Inspired by a cozy high-protein pancake recipe and adapted into a CraveSmart version without protein powder.

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