Description
Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes are the ultimate treat to celebrate fall flavors. Perfectly fluffy and infused with the sweetness of pumpkin, these pancakes not only taste amazing but also pack a protein punch thanks to the cottage cheese. They are gluten-free and can be whipped up in just 15 minutes, making them ideal for cozy breakfasts or brunch gatherings with family and friends. Customize your pancakes by adding chocolate chips or nuts for an extra touch of flavor. With a delightful balance of nutrition and taste, these pancakes are sure to please everyone at the table!
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
- ½ tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl or blender, combine eggs, cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add gluten-free flour, baking powder, and cinnamon; mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in any desired mix-ins such as chocolate chips.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and lightly grease it.
- Pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until golden brown on both sides (about 3-5 minutes each).
- Serve warm with your choice of toppings like maple syrup or fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg