Pumpkin Spice Cottage Cheese Pancakes Recipe
These Pumpkin Spice Cottage Cheese Pancakes are a deliciously moist and flavorful twist on traditional pancakes, combining the creamy texture of cottage cheese with the warm spices of pumpkin pie. Perfect for a cozy fall breakfast, these pancakes are easy to make and pack a protein-rich punch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 pancakes (serves 3-4) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Pancake Batter
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For Cooking
- Butter or oil for cooking
For Serving
- Maple syrup
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, and eggs. Mix together until smooth and well blended.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add the flour, sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep pancakes fluffy.
- Preheat the Skillet: Heat a skillet or non-stick pan over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil to prevent sticking and add flavor.
- Cook the Pancakes: Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until you see bubbles forming on the surface and edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Carefully flip and cook the other side until golden brown, another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve: Remove pancakes from the skillet and serve warm topped with maple syrup and whipped cream for a decadent breakfast treat.
Notes
- For fluffier pancakes, allow the batter to rest for 5 minutes before cooking.
- If the batter is too thick, you can thin it with a splash of milk.
- Use fresh pumpkin pie spice or a homemade blend for the best flavor.
- These pancakes freeze well; reheat in the toaster or microwave.
- To make it gluten free, substitute the flour with a gluten free all-purpose blend.
Keywords: pumpkin pancakes, cottage cheese pancakes, pumpkin spice, fall breakfast, protein pancakes
