Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes
Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes are the perfect way to start your day, offering a delightful balance of sweet pumpkin flavor and creamy texture. These fluffy pancakes are not only easy to make but also pack a nutritional punch, making them an ideal choice for busy mornings or leisurely brunches. With their warm spices and golden hue, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. Drizzle with maple syrup for a heavenly breakfast experience that captures the essence of fall!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings (4 pancakes) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup small curd cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- Butter or oil for greasing the pan
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, combine cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, eggs, and milk until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined—do not overmix.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on top (about 3-4 minutes), then flip and cook until golden brown.
- Serve warm with maple syrup drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Allow the batter to rest for at least 10 minutes for fluffier pancakes. Feel free to use whole wheat or gluten-free flour as substitutes. Add chocolate chips or nuts for added flavor and texture.