These tender and moist pancakes combine the delightful flavors of strawberries and cottage cheese, making them a perfect choice for a high-protein, fruit-forward breakfast. Ideal for a spring brunch, these pancakes are not only delicious but also healthyish, especially when topped with a dollop of whipped cream.
Delicious Cottage Cheese Pancakes with Strawberries
This recipe yields soft pancakes that are packed with protein thanks to the cottage cheese. The combination of fresh strawberries and a light whipped cream topping makes for a delightful morning treat. The pancakes are quick to prepare and serve well for any breakfast occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- Whipped cream for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, flour, eggs, milk, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined; the batter will be slightly lumpy.
- Prepare Strawberries: Gently fold in the sliced strawberries into the batter.
- Heat the Pan: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with cooking spray or butter.
- Cook the Pancakes: Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Stack the pancakes on a plate and top with whipped cream and additional strawberries if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
