Description
Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes are a delightful breakfast treat that encapsulates the warm, cozy flavors of fall. These pancakes are not only fluffy and delicious but also packed with protein from cottage cheese and the rich taste of pumpkin puree. Ideal for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, they cater to various dietary needs being both gluten-free and nut-free. With easy preparation in just 15 minutes, you can customize these pancakes with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, fresh fruits, or chocolate chips. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this nourishing breakfast option that combines flavor and nutrition for a perfect start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour (or regular flour)
- ½ tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large bowl or blender, combine eggs, cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
- Mix in gluten-free flour, baking powder, and cinnamon until just combined; small lumps are fine.
- Gently fold in optional mix-ins like chocolate chips if desired.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat; grease lightly with butter or oil.
- Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake; cook until bubbles form on top (about 3-5 minutes), then flip and cook until golden brown (another 3-5 minutes).
- Serve warm with maple syrup and toppings of choice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 220mg