Pineapple Cottage Cheese Pancakes
Start your morning with a tropical twist! These Pineapple Cottage Cheese Pancakes are a fusion of tangy and sweet flavors, providing a nutritious and energizing breakfast. The creamy cottage cheese pairs beautifully with the natural sweetness of pineapple, while spelt flour and oats give them a wholesome, hearty texture.
Ingredients:
- 2 eggs
- 250 grams cottage cheese
- 40 grams pineapple slices
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 80 grams spelt flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (added last and pulsed)
Instructions:
- Blend the Base: In a blender, combine eggs, cottage cheese, pineapple slices, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Add the spelt flour, baking powder, and salt to the blender. Blend again until a smooth batter forms.
- Add Oats and Pineapple: Add the rolled oats and extra pineapple chunks to the batter. Pulse for 1 minute to combine while keeping a bit of texture.
- Cook the Pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with cooking spray or oil. Pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake.
- Flip When Ready: Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancake, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
- Serve: Plate the pancakes warm with additional pineapple slices, a drizzle of maple syrup, or a dollop of yogurt.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These pancakes aren’t just delicious—they’re packed with nutrition:
- Cottage cheese: A fantastic source of protein and calcium, helping support muscle and bone health.
- Pineapple: Rich in vitamin C, it boosts immune function and contributes to healthy, glowing skin.
- Spelt flour & oats: Provide fiber and complex carbohydrates, ensuring sustained energy throughout your day.
