Discover the best Cottage Cheese Pancakes – soft, moist, and incredibly easy to make! Packed with protein and a hint of sweetness, these fluffy pancakes are perfect for a healthy breakfast or brunch. Made with simple ingredients, they’re light, delicious, and kid-friendly. Try this quick, high-protein pancake recipe today!
Yields: Approximately 8-10 pancakes
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15-20 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cottage cheese (small curd preferred, but any will work)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk (any kind)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Butter or oil for greasing the pan
Equipment:
- Blender or food processor
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk or spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Non-stick skillet or griddle
- Spatula for flipping
Let’s Get Started!
Step 1: Blend the Wet Ingredients
- Combine the cottage cheese, eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract in a blender or food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth. This is key to getting a light and lump-free batter.
Step 2: Combine the Dry Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. This ensures the baking powder is evenly distributed.
Step 3: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Pour the blended wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients.
- Gently fold the wet and dry ingredients together using a whisk or spatula. Be careful not to overmix. A few lumps are okay; overmixing will develop the gluten and make the pancakes tough.
- The batter will be slightly thicker than regular pancake batter due to the cottage cheese.
Step 4: Cook the Pancakes
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter or oil to lightly grease the surface. You should see the butter melt quickly without burning, or the oil should shimmer slightly.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake. Leave some space between them.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set. The bottom should be golden brown.
- Gently flip the pancakes with a spatula and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the other side is also golden brown and the pancakes are cooked through.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy!
- Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate. Keep them warm in a low oven if you are making a large batch.
- Serve your fluffy cottage cheese pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings, such as:
- Maple syrup
- Fresh fruit (berries, bananas, etc.)
- Whipped cream
- Jam or preserves
- Nut butter
- A dusting of powdered sugar
Tips for Perfect Pancakes:
- Don’t overmix the batter: This will result in tough pancakes. A few lumps are perfectly fine.
- Use medium heat: If the heat is too high, the pancakes will burn on the outside before they are cooked through on the inside.
- Grease the pan lightly: Too much butter or oil can make the pancakes greasy.
- Wait for bubbles: Don’t flip the pancakes until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set. This indicates they are ready to be flipped.
- Adjust sweetness: If you prefer sweeter pancakes, you can add a little more sugar to the batter.
- Flavor variations: You can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dry ingredients for extra flavor.
Enjoy your delicious and fluffy cottage cheese pancakes!
