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Cozy Family-Friendly Brunch Recipes Easy Perfect for Every Weekend

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A warm and inviting brunch recipe featuring fluffy pancakes with cottage cheese, fresh berries, and crispy bacon, perfect for family gatherings and busy weekend mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cottage cheese, small-curd, well-drained
  • 1 cup whole milk (or almond milk for dairy-free option)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for greasing)
  • 2 cups fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, or a mix)
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (optional, for drizzling)
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon or turkey bacon
  • Fresh herbs (mint or basil, finely chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lay bacon strips on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a cooling rack. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway for even crispiness. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine cottage cheese, milk, eggs, and melted butter. Pour wet ingredients into dry and gently stir until combined. Batter will be slightly lumpy; do not overmix.
  4. Heat skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter. Pour ¼ cup batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on surface and edges look set (2-3 minutes), then flip and cook until golden brown. Repeat with remaining batter.
  5. While pancakes cook, rinse and pat dry berries. If frozen, thaw and drain excess juice. Warm maple syrup gently if using.
  6. Stack pancakes on plates, top with fresh berries, sprinkle chopped herbs, drizzle maple syrup, and add crispy bacon on the side. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes fluffy. Cook pancakes on medium heat to avoid burning or drying out. Baking bacon in the oven frees stovetop space and ensures even crispiness. Adjust batter thickness with milk or flour as needed. Fresh ingredients improve flavor and texture. Batter can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated.

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