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Quick & Easy Cottage Cheese Oven

Quick & Easy Cottage Cheese Oven Pancakes You’ll Love

These Quick & Easy Cottage Cheese Oven Pancakes are a nutritious breakfast option packed with protein and light, fluffy texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 large eggs Provides structure and richness.
  • 1 cup plain cottage cheese Recommended fat content is 4%.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence Enhances flavor; don't skip it!
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Can be substituted with vinegar.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar or honey Feel free to use your favorite sweetener.
  • 1/2 cup flour Gluten-free flour can replace it.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Essential for fluffy rise.
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt You can use standard table salt.
  • 1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries Can be substituted for other berries.
Optional Serving Suggestions
  • powdered sugar For a touch of sweetness.
  • maple syrup Perfect for drizzling.
  • whipped cream Adds a fluffy finish.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Sheet Pan
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a quarter-sheet pan with parchment paper, lightly greasing it.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, vanilla essence, lemon juice, and sugar or honey until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and kosher salt until well combined.
  4. Gently pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared sheet pan, spreading it evenly, then dot the top with sliced strawberries.
  6. Bake the pancakes in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
  7. Remove from oven, let cool slightly, cut into squares, and serve immediately with powdered sugar, maple syrup, and extra strawberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 2pancakesCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 15gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 280mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Overmixing can lead to dense pancakes; stir until just combined. Use small curd cottage cheese for best results. Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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