Passover Cottage Cheese Pancakes
Delightful and nostalgic, Passover Cottage Cheese Pancakes are a light and fluffy treat that perfectly balance simplicity and flavor. Made with creamy cottage cheese, matzo meal, and a hint of vanilla, these pancakes are an easy yet satisfying option for your Passover breakfast or brunch menu. The batter comes together in just minutes, resulting in golden-brown pancakes with a tender yet slightly crisp texture. Whether topped with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of maple syrup, they are a versatile dish that appeals to both kids and adults. Gluten-free and packed with protein, these pancakes are a wholesome and indulgent choice to celebrate the holiday!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 3 eggs
- 0.5 cup matzo meal
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil for frying
- powdered sugar or maple syrup (for serving, optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well blended.
Add the matzo meal, sugar, and salt to the bowl. Stir until the mixture forms a thick batter. Let the batter rest for a few minutes to allow the matzo meal to absorb some moisture.
Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter or oil and let it melt, spreading it evenly across the surface.
Using a 1/4-cup measure, scoop the batter onto the skillet, forming small pancakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set.
Flip the pancakes carefully and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked through.
Remove the pancakes from the skillet and keep them warm. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter or oil as needed.
Serve the pancakes warm with powdered sugar or maple syrup, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
978 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.1 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.4 g | 117% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 660 mg | 220% | |
| Sodium | 1678 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.1 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.7 g | ||
| Protein | 51.5 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 294 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 536 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
