Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes. These fluffy pancakes are a nutritious breakfast option that combines the rich taste of pumpkin with the protein punch of cottage cheese. Perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, they are gluten-free and can be easily customized with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts. With just 15 minutes from preparation to plate, these pancakes not only satisfy your cravings but also fuel your day with wholesome ingredients. Enjoy them warm, drizzled with maple syrup, and topped with fresh fruits for an irresistible treat!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 (8 pancakes) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
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, pumpkin puree, cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
- Mix in flour, baking powder, and cinnamon until just combined—do not over-mix.
- Fold in desired mix-ins gently.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake onto the skillet.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface (about 3-5 minutes), then flip and cook until golden brown (another 3-5 minutes).
- Serve warm with maple syrup and toppings of your choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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