Cottage Cheese Pancakes
Cottage Cheese Pancakes are a delightful breakfast treat that combines fluffiness, richness, and a hint of tang. Perfect for lazy weekends or special occasions, these pancakes are easy to make and sure to impress. With a simple blend of everyday ingredients, you can create restaurant-quality pancakes that are not only delicious but also packed with protein. Enjoy them topped with maple syrup, fresh fruits, or yogurt for a satisfying start to your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 6 pancakes 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp butter or oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, eggs, and vanilla extract until well mixed.
- Gently fold in the flour, baking powder, and salt; avoid overmixing.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on top (3-4 minutes), then flip and cook until golden brown.
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (70g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix in cinnamon or blueberries to the batter. Swap all-purpose flour for whole wheat or gluten-free flour as needed. Leftover pancakes can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.