Pumpkin Spice Cottage Cheese Pancakes
Indulge in a delicious twist on classic pancakes with the warm flavors of pumpkin spice and the creaminess of cottage cheese, making for a nutritious and family-friendly breakfast option.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (preferably low-fat)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 pinch salt
For Cooking
- Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, combine the cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are perfectly fine.
Cooking
- Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Melt a small amount of butter or oil.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side. Repeat with the remaining batter.
Serving
- Stack the pancakes high and top them with your desired toppings like maple syrup, fruit, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. Don’t overmix to keep the pancakes fluffy.