Description
These Fluffy Cottage Cheese Pancakes are a protein-packed breakfast option perfect for a hearty and delicious start to your day. Made with creamy cottage cheese, eggs, and a touch of vanilla, these pancakes are soft, tender, and flavorful. Quick to prepare and easy to cook on the stovetop, they’re perfect with syrup, fresh fruit, or yogurt toppings.
Ingredients
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Pancake Batter
- 3/4 cup cottage cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Cooking
- Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until mostly smooth. For an ultra-smooth texture, optionally blend the mixture in a food processor.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine mixtures: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, taking care not to overmix to keep pancakes tender.
- Heat the cooking surface: Warm a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease it with butter or oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set.
- Flip and finish cooking: Flip the pancakes and cook the other side for 1 to 2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Serve pancakes hot with your favorite toppings such as blueberry compote, syrup, or yogurt.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the pancakes fluffy.
- For extra smooth pancakes, blend the cottage cheese mixture before combining with dry ingredients.
- Adjust the cooking time slightly depending on your stove and skillet type.
- Try topping with fresh fruit or a drizzle of honey for added flavor.
