Easy-Blend Cottage Cheese Protein Pancakes

Start your morning with a protein-packed breakfast. This sweet treat gets an extra protein boost thanks to one of our favorite dairy ingredients – cottage cheese. Even if you’re not a fan of cottage cheese on its own, you’ll be shocked at how well it blends into this simple pancake recipe. Recipe developed by Chrissy Carroll, MPH, RD, LDN of Snacking in Sneakers and available on New England Dairy.

Fried matzo and eggs on a plate

Matzo Brei

Matzo brei (rhymes with “fry”) is eaten for breakfast during Passover. Matzo represents the unleavened flatbread Jewish people ate while fleeing Egypt and it is consumed during the Passover celebration to honor their ancestors. Matzo brei can be sweet or savory, and this recipe is a good base to start with. Look in the recipe notes for variations.

Cranberry Pumpkin Muffins

These muffins are perfect for a snack or a quick breakfast! Using canned pumpkin reduces the amount of oil needed and keeps the muffins moist. Plus, it adds additional vitamin A!

Sweet Pea Pancakes

These pancakes use yellow split peas, boosting their fiber, protein and flavor!