Quick & Easy Cottage Cheese Oven Pancakes with Strawberries Recipe
This Quick & Easy Cottage Cheese Oven Pancakes recipe offers a light and fluffy baked pancake variation, enriched with protein-packed cottage cheese and fresh strawberries. Perfect for a wholesome breakfast or brunch, these oven pancakes are subtly sweetened with honey or sugar and flavored with vanilla and lemon juice. They bake quickly to a golden puffed perfection, making them a convenient and delicious start to your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup plain cottage cheese
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons sugar or honey
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup any type of flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Toppings
- 1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries
- Extra sliced strawberries for serving
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Maple syrup (such as Mrs. Butterworth’s original syrup) for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a quarter-sheet pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, plain cottage cheese, vanilla essence, lemon juice, and sugar or honey until well combined into a smooth mixture.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and kosher salt to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the dry mixture into the wet ingredients bowl and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter light and fluffy.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the batter onto the prepared sheet pan and use a spatula to spread it evenly. Dot the top with sliced strawberries. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and slightly puffed.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the baked pancakes from the oven. Serve immediately, topped with additional sliced strawberries, a dusting of powdered sugar, and a drizzle of maple syrup if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute the flour with gluten-free flour to make this recipe gluten-free.
- If you prefer a vegan version, try using a plant-based cottage cheese alternative and egg replacers, though texture may vary.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of sugar or honey to your taste.
- Fresh strawberries add a nice burst of freshness, but you can also use other berries or fruits as toppings.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the pancakes fluffy and tender.
Keywords: cottage cheese pancakes, baked pancakes, easy breakfast, strawberry pancakes, healthy pancakes, oven pancakes
