Description
These Healthy Cottage Cheese Pancakes are a quick and nutritious breakfast option, combining the protein-rich goodness of cottage cheese with the light fluffiness of self-raising flour. Perfect for a wholesome start to your day, these pancakes are easy to prepare and cooked on the stovetop to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese (250 g)
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup self-raising flour (125 g)
- 1 tsp baking powder
Other
- Cooking oil spray for the frying pan (optional, no need to use any if your pan is non-stick)
Instructions
- Whisk Eggs: In a large mixing bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them thoroughly until well combined and slightly frothy.
- Add Cottage Cheese: Incorporate the full-fat cottage cheese into the eggs, mixing well so the cheese is fully blended into the mixture.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sift the self-raising flour into the bowl, add the baking powder, and whisk again until you have a smooth batter with no lumps.
- Heat Pan: Place a frying pan over medium heat and spray lightly with cooking oil if needed, especially if not using a non-stick pan.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour about 2 tablespoons of batter into the pan and spread it gently into a circular shape using the back of a spoon.
- First Side Cooking: Cook the pancake for about one minute, or until the edges start to set and bubbles appear on the surface.
- Flip and Cook Other Side: Carefully flip the pancake with a spatula and cook for another minute or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Repeat: Continue cooking the remaining batter in the same way, adjusting the heat as needed, until all pancakes are done.
Notes
- Use a non-stick frying pan to avoid the need for oil or spray.
- You can add vanilla extract or cinnamon to the batter for extra flavor if desired.
- Serve pancakes warm with fresh fruit, honey, or a dollop of yogurt for a balanced meal.
- Ensure the batter isn’t too thick; add a splash of milk if needed to reach pouring consistency.
