A delicious twist on classic pancakes made with cottage cheese and topped with fresh strawberry syrup.
Author:Alex Lee
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Breakfast
Method:Cooking on a Skillet
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup cottage cheese
3 large eggs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Butter or oil for cooking
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for syrup)
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Prepare the strawberry syrup: 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.
Make the pancake batter: 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.
Cook the pancakes: 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.
Serve: Stack warm pancakes on plates and generously spoon fresh strawberry syrup over the top. Serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure strawberries are ripe for the best flavor in the syrup.
Feel free to top with additional fresh strawberries if desired.
Leftover pancakes can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in a toaster.