Description
Enjoy fluffy Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes that are perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch. These pancakes are packed with protein and fall flavors, making them a delicious and nourishing option for any morning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- plus more for serving
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup gluten-free all purpose flour or regular flour
- ½ tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- Any desired mix-in’s like chocolate chips or anything!
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and any desired mix-ins.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the pancakes fluffy.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 3-4 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm with additional maple syrup drizzled on top.
Notes
Flax eggs can alter the texture, so it’s recommended to use regular eggs for this recipe. Adjust the sweetness and spices as per your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2–3 pancakes
- Calories: 245 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg
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