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Grant loves pancakes, but he doesn’t love that they’re usually empty carbs. The texture and flavor is on point but, honestly, we can do better. Grant shows you how in the video below. These pancakes are easy to whip up and are loaded with energy stabilizing protein. Tender and delicious, they’re nutritious and filling and the perfect way to power up your day. The secrets are protein powder—any kind will do the trick, just watch out for weird flavors that might not be super compatible with pancakes—and cottage cheese, which adds tenderness, texture, and pumps up the umami flavor, too. You can use this easy trick to level up homemade pancakes or store-bought mixes. It also works with waffles!