Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes. Perfectly fluffy and delicious, they make an ideal breakfast for family gatherings or a cozy morning treat. Packed with protein from cottage cheese and eggs, these gluten-free pancakes are not only nutritious but also incredibly easy to prepare. Customize them with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts to elevate their taste. Whether you’re enjoying them on a special occasion or as a simple breakfast option, you’ll love how satisfying and versatile they are.
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
- Blend eggs, cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and vanilla in a large bowl or blender until smooth.
- Stir in gluten-free flour, baking powder, and cinnamon until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- If desired, fold in chocolate chips or nuts.
- Heat a skillet over medium-low heat with butter or oil. Pour about ¼ cup of batter per pancake.
- Cook for 3–5 minutes on each side until golden brown; flip when bubbles form on the surface.
- Serve warm with maple syrup and toppings of your choice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 210mg