Are you looking for a light yet filling breakfast recipe without classic flour? These semolina cottage cheese pancakes are the ideal choice for Czech households, where cottage cheese has a firm place. Thanks to the semolina, they hold their shape, remain soft inside and get a delicate golden crust on the surface.
They are perfect for weekend breakfast, family brunch or as a quick sweet dinner.
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Why try flourless cottage cheese pancakes?
✅ Without classic wheat flour
✅ High protein content thanks to cottage cheese
✅ Simple ingredients you have at home
✅ Suitable for children and adults
✅ Holds shape and does not fall apart
In Czech cuisine, cottage cheese is a traditional ingredient – we use it in buns, cakes and spreads. This recipe is another great way to use it.
📝 Recipe for soft cottage cheese pancakes without flour
⏱ Preparation time:
20–25 minutes
🍽 Servings:
4 servings
Ingredients:
600 g soft cottage cheese (preferably in a tub or well drained)
1 egg
4 tablespoons of sugar
1 packet of vanilla sugar
8 tablespoons of semolina (adjust the amount according to the moisture of the cottage cheese)
oil or butter for frying
powdered sugar for sprinkling
Step-by-step procedure:
1️⃣ Put the cottage cheese in a bowl, add the eggs, sugar and vanilla sugar. Mix thoroughly.
2️⃣ Add the semolina and mix again. If the mixture is too thin, add a little more semolina. Let stand for 5-10 minutes so that the semolina absorbs the moisture.
3️⃣ Roll the mixture into a roll and cut into equal pieces.
4️⃣ Shape each piece into a round pancake.
5️⃣ Heat a small amount of fat in a pan and fry on both sides until golden brown on medium heat.
6️⃣ Sprinkle the finished pancakes with powdered sugar and serve warm.
Tips for a perfect result 👩🍳
If the cottage cheese is too wet, let it drain beforehand.
The mixture should be soft but pliable.
Fry on medium heat – too high could cause the surface to burn and the middle to be raw.
For a lighter version, you can use less sugar or add a little lemon zest.
How to serve?
These pancakes taste great:
with fresh fruit (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
with homemade jam
with Greek yogurt
with a drizzle of honey
or just lightly dusted with powdered sugar
In winter, they also taste great with warm fruit puree.
Frequently asked questions
Why do my pancakes fall apart?
The mixture is probably too thin. Add a little semolina and let it stand for a while.
Can I use semi-skimmed cottage cheese?
Yes, but the amount of semolina may need to be adjusted.
Can they be baked in the oven?
Yes, but the texture will be different – less crispy. Bake at 180 °C for about 20 minutes.
Summary
Flourless cottage cheese pancakes are simple, delicate and naturally filling. They fit perfectly into the Czech diet as a quick breakfast or a sweet reward after lunch.
Just a few basic ingredients and in no time you’ll have a fragrant treat on the table that will delight the whole family. 🧀✨