Gluten-Free Cottage Cheese Pancakes: The Ultimate Recipe
Fluffy and delicious gluten-free cottage cheese pancakes that are perfect for a nutritious breakfast. Made with a gluten-free flour blend and creamy cottage cheese, these pancakes are light, tender, and easy to prepare. Serve with fresh fruit, maple syrup, or your favorite toppings for a wholesome start to your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 pancakes 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (make sure it contains xanthan gum)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (small curd is best)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter, plus more for greasing the pan
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Fresh fruit
- Maple syrup
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar to create a uniform dry mixture.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the cottage cheese, eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold together until just combined, being careful not to overmix. It’s okay if the batter has a few small lumps.
- Rest the Batter: Allow the batter to rest for 5-10 minutes. This helps the ingredients meld and results in fluffier pancakes.
- Heat the Griddle: Preheat a lightly greased griddle or non-stick frying pan over medium heat to ensure even cooking.
- Pour the Batter: Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake, spacing them adequately to avoid sticking.
- Cook the First Side: Cook the pancakes for 2-3 minutes or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to look set and slightly golden.
- Flip and Cook the Second Side: Use a spatula to gently flip the pancakes, then cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the other side is golden brown and the pancakes are cooked through.
- Serve: Serve the pancakes immediately while warm and fluffy. Top with your favorite optional toppings such as fresh fruit, maple syrup, whipped cream, or chocolate chips.
Notes
- Ensure the gluten-free flour blend contains xanthan gum to help provide structure to the pancakes.
- Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps will ensure the pancakes remain tender.
- Resting the batter before cooking improves texture and fluffiness.
- You can substitute dairy milk with any plant-based milk to keep it dairy-free.
- For a richer flavor, use salted butter or add a pinch more salt if desired.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven while finishing the batch to serve all hot together.
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