Delicious 15-Minute Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Pancake Bites

Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, these Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Pancake Bites are ready in just 15 minutes. After making these countless times, I’ve discovered the secret to perfectly crispy edges. They’re better than takeout and a family favorite. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe and The Best Baked Chicken Bacon Ranch Tacos | Cheesy & Oven-Crispy.

What You'll Need for Delicious 15-Minute Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Pancake Bites

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup milk (any kind)
• Optional: Fresh berries
• Optional: Powdered sugar
• Optional: Maple syrup
• Optional: Lemon wedges

How to Make Delicious 15-Minute Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Pancake Bites

1. Step 1: In a blender, combine cottage cheese, flour, sugar, eggs, lemon zest, baking powder, vanilla extract, salt, and milk. Blend until smooth.
2. Step 2: Fold in blueberries. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with cooking spray.
4. Step 4: For each pancake bite, pour 1/4 cup batter onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Step 5: Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Serve immediately with your choice of toppings.

Storing & Reheating Delicious 15-Minute Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Pancake Bites

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the batter ahead of time and store in the fridge overnight. Cook as directed in the morning.

Freezing Delicious 15-Minute Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Pancake Bites

Freeze cooked pancakes for up to 2 months. Reheat in the toaster oven or microwave.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
• Best substitution: Use mashed banana or applesauce instead of cottage cheese for a dairy-free version.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the batter ahead of time and store in the fridge overnight. Cook as directed in the morning.
• Scaling: Double the recipe for a larger batch.
• Troubleshooting: If the batter is too thick, add a little more milk. If it's too thin, add a bit more flour.

Delicious 15-Minute Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Pancake Bites

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Prep

5 mins

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Cook

10 mins

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Total

15 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Dairy-free option available

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
• 1 tsp baking powder

Seasonings

• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup milk (any kind)

Optional Toppings

• Fresh berries
• Powdered sugar
• Maple syrup
• Lemon wedges

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a blender, combine cottage cheese, flour, sugar, eggs, lemon zest, baking powder, vanilla extract, salt, and milk. Blend until smooth.
2. Step 2: Fold in blueberries. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with cooking spray.
4. Step 4: For each pancake bite, pour 1/4 cup batter onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Step 5: Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Serve immediately with your choice of toppings.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
• Best substitution: Use mashed banana or applesauce instead of cottage cheese for a dairy-free version.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the batter ahead of time and store in the fridge overnight. Cook as directed in the morning.
• Scaling: Double the recipe for a larger batch.
• Troubleshooting: If the batter is too thick, add a little more milk. If it's too thin, add a bit more flour.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked pancakes for up to 2 months. Reheat in the toaster oven or microwave.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.
• Make ahead: Prepare the batter ahead of time and store in the fridge overnight. Cook as directed in the morning.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 15g
• Fat: 5g
• Carbs: 32g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 12g
• Sodium: 250mg
• Cholesterol: 110mg
• Sat. Fat: 3g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Delicious 15-Minute Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Pancake Bites and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!