Indulge in a delightful breakfast with these fluffy and flavorful American cottage cheese pancakes. Made with simple and wholesome ingredients, these pancakes are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter or oil for frying
- Maple syrup and fresh berries for serving
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, flour, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of butter or oil.
- Scoop 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake, spreading it out into a round shape.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter or oil to the skillet as needed.
- Serve the pancakes warm with maple syrup and fresh berries on top.
Interesting Facts
Cottage cheese adds a creamy texture and a boost of protein to these pancakes.
These pancakes can be customized with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
Leftover pancakes can be stored in the fridge and reheated in the toaster for a quick breakfast option.