Fluffy Cottage Cheese Pancakes (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Pancake Batter

01 - 4 eggs (regular eggs work best here, not flax eggs)
02 - 1 ½ cups cottage cheese
03 - 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup, plus extra for serving
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 1 cup gluten-free all purpose flour (or regular flour if not making gluten-free)
06 - ½ tablespoon baking powder

→ Optional Mix-ins

07 - Fresh blueberries
08 - Chocolate chips
09 - Any other mix-ins you enjoy!

→ For Cooking

10 - Butter or oil for the skillet

# Instructions:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, maple syrup and vanilla until well combined. You can also use a blender for a smoother batter if you prefer!
02 - Mix in the gluten-free flour and baking powder until fully incorporated into a smooth batter
03 - Gently fold in any optional mix-ins like blueberries or chocolate chips if using
04 - Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat and add a little butter or oil. Scoop about 1/4 cup batter onto the skillet for each pancake, leaving about 2 inches between them
05 - Cook the pancakes for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through
06 - Remove from heat and serve warm with additional maple syrup and any toppings you like!

# Notes:

01 - These gluten-free cottage cheese pancakes are a family favorite breakfast that's both satisfying and easy to make
02 - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months