Description
Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes are a delightful fusion of creamy cottage cheese and seasonal pumpkin flavors, perfect for breakfast or brunch. These gluten-free and nut-free pancakes embody the essence of fall with warm spices like cinnamon, creating a fluffy texture that will impress everyone at the table. Whether it’s a cozy weekend morning or a special occasion, these pancakes are quick to whip up and can be customized with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts. Serve them warm with maple syrup or fresh fruits for an unforgettable start to your day!
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 large bowl or blender, combine eggs, cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
- Stir in gluten-free flour, baking powder, and cinnamon until just mixed; lumps are okay.
- If desired, gently fold in chocolate chips or nuts.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat with butter or oil.
- Pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet; cook for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with additional maple syrup or your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (45g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 90mg