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Cottage Cheese Pancakes

Cottage Cheese Pancakes

Cottage Cheese Pancakes are fluffy, protein-packed breakfast treats combining the creamy tang of cottage cheese with soft, light pancakes. Perfect for a nutritious and satisfying start to your day, they are quick to prepare with simple ingredients and versatile in flavor, suitable for sweet or savory preferences.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 pancakes 1x

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar or honey (optional)

Instructions

  1. Gather Your Ingredients: Measure out the cottage cheese, eggs, flour, baking powder, milk, vanilla extract, salt, and optional sugar or honey. Having everything ready makes the mixing process easier.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is fairly smooth and well combined.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar if using, to ensure even distribution and fluffier pancakes.
  4. Create the Batter: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Be careful not to overmix; some lumps are fine since cottage cheese adds texture.
  5. Cook the Pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the pan. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on the other side.
  6. Serve Warm: Plate the pancakes promptly and top with your favorite garnishes such as fresh fruit, syrup, or savory toppings.

Notes

  • Allow eggs and milk to come to room temperature for better batter integration and fluffier pancakes.
  • Do not overmix the batter to preserve airiness and texture.
  • Preheat your pan evenly to avoid sticking or uneven cooking.
  • Use a ladle or measuring cup to keep pancake sizes uniform.
  • Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven while finishing the batch.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free flour substitute)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 pancakes
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 230 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 15 g
  • Cholesterol: 160 mg

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