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Stack of golden pumpkin cottage cheese pancakes with butter and maple syrup

Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes | Easy & Delicious Fuel


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  • Author: kai
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Description

Fluffy, protein-rich pancakes made with pumpkin puree, cottage cheese, and cozy fall spices. Naturally gluten-free and simple to make in a blender.


Ingredients

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1/2 cup pumpkin puree

1/2 cup cottage cheese

2 eggs

1/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Butter or oil for cooking

Optional: chocolate chips or chopped nuts


Instructions

1. Add pumpkin puree, cottage cheese, and eggs to a blender. Blend until smooth.

2. Add flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon. Blend again to combine.

3. Heat a greased skillet over medium heat.

4. Scoop 2–3 tablespoons of batter per pancake into skillet.

5. Cook for 2–3 minutes, flip, and cook until golden and set.

6. Repeat with remaining batter.

7. Serve warm with maple syrup or toppings of choice.

Notes

Store pancakes in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for 2 months.

To reheat, microwave for 30 seconds or warm in a skillet.

Swap gluten-free flour for almond or oat flour if needed.

Add chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra flavor and texture.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 275
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 17g
  • Cholesterol: 155mg