Cottage Cheese Pancakes Strawberry (Printable)

Fluffy pancakes featuring cottage cheese and topped with fresh strawberry syrup for a bright, flavorful breakfast.

# What you'll need:

→ For the Pancakes

01 - 1 cup cottage cheese
02 - 3 large eggs
03 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - Butter or oil for cooking

→ For the Fresh Strawberry Syrup

09 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
10 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
11 - 2 tablespoons water
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

# Method:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook for 7 to 10 minutes until the strawberries break down and the syrup thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese and eggs until well combined. Add flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined; some cottage cheese curds will remain visible.
03 - Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Spoon 1/4 cup portions of batter onto the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Flip and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with remaining batter.
04 - Stack warm pancakes on plates and generously spoon fresh strawberry syrup over the top. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High in protein from cottage cheese and large eggs, making it a satisfying breakfast choice.
  • The homemade strawberry syrup is fresh, vibrant, and incredibly easy to prepare in minutes.
  • A simple, 30-minute recipe that works perfectly for both busy mornings and relaxed weekend brunches.
02 -
  • Whisk the batter until just combined; keeping the cottage cheese curds visible ensures the pancakes stay moist and tender.
  • For those with dietary sensitivities, you can substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
  • Maintain medium heat while cooking to allow the pancakes to cook through thoroughly without burning the surface.
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