Description
Start your mornings off right with a delightful plate of Fluffy Cottage Cheese Pancakes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- Begin your journey by taking a large bowl and whisking together the cottage cheese, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is mostly smooth. If you want even fluffier pancakes, consider blending the cottage cheese in a food processor or blender for a couple of seconds. This step will help ensure that your pancakes are incredibly tender and free from any curdled bits of cottage cheese.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt. This step is crucial as it helps in evenly distributing the leavening agent (baking powder) throughout the flour. Make sure to sift or whisk these dry ingredients well to avoid clumps that could lead to uneven cooking.
- Now comes the fun part! Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix; aim for just combined. A few lumps are okay—this will help keep your pancakes light and fluffy, just as they should be.
- Preheat your non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. A properly heated cooking surface is key to ensuring that your pancakes cook evenly. Lightly grease the surface with butter or oil—you only need a small amount, just enough to coat the surface to prevent sticking.
- For each pancake, pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot skillet. Let the batter spread naturally into a circle. Watch carefully as bubbles start to form on the surface and the edges appear set—this should take about 2 to 3 minutes. Once you see those bubbles, it’s time to flip the pancake. Cook the other side for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until it turns a beautiful golden brown.
- Once cooked, serve your fluffy pancakes hot. Drizzle with maple syrup, add some blueberry compote, or top with yogurt for an indulgent taste experience. The delight of these pancakes will make them a favorite at your breakfast table!
Notes
Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
Nutrition
- Calories: 200 per serving (about 2 pancakes)
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Protein: 12 grams