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Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes

Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes: A Protein-Packed Fall Delight

Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes are a delightful, protein-packed twist on a classic breakfast, full of fall flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 pcs Eggs substitute with flax eggs for a vegan option
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese blend for smoother texture
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree canned or fresh
  • 2 tbsp Maple Syrup use agave syrup for lower sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract almond extract can be substituted
  • 1 cup Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour or regular flour if gluten isn't a concern
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
Optional Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips kids will love them
  • 1/2 cup Nuts or Seeds for added texture and nutrition

Equipment

  • blender
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Blend Wet Ingredients: In a blender, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and cinnamon until no clumps remain.
  3. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the blended wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined.
  4. Preheat the Skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes, greasing as necessary.
  5. Cook the Pancakes: Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form, about 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook until golden.
  6. Repeat Cooking Process: Continue with remaining batter, stacking pancakes and keeping warm in a preheated oven.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm with extra syrup or toppings like fruits, yogurt, or chocolate chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 230mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Allow the batter to rest for about 5 minutes for fluffier pancakes. Cook on low to medium-low heat for best results.

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