Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups Cottage cheese
- 4 Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 cup Flour
- ¼ cup Canola oil (for frying)
- Butter or additional oil (for cooking)
- Optional toppings: berries, maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: Grab a large mixing bowl and whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, vanilla extract, and sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined. This ensures the pancakes stay moist and flavorful.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the baking powder and flour to evenly distribute the leavening agent and prevent clumps in the batter.
- Combine Mixtures: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, gently stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the pancakes light and fluffy.
- Heat the Skillet: Place a skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add the canola oil, allowing it to warm up for frying the pancakes to a perfect golden crust.
- Cook Pancakes: Using a ¼ cup measure, scoop the batter onto the heated skillet. Cook each pancake until bubbles form on the surface and the edges begin to set, which indicates it's ready to flip.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: Carefully flip the pancake and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Add more oil as needed between batches to prevent sticking.
- Serve Warm: Transfer pancakes to a plate and serve warm with your favorite toppings such as fresh berries or maple syrup for added flavor.
Notes
- For an extra fluffy texture, avoid overmixing the batter once the dry ingredients are added.
- You can substitute canola oil with another neutral oil or butter based on your preference.
- Make sure the skillet is hot enough before adding batter to achieve a golden crust.
- Optional toppings like fresh berries, nuts, or maple syrup complement these pancakes well.
- Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American