4whole eggseparated (yolks optional -- use all, some or none)
1cupcottage cheese
1cuppacked grated tart apple
¾cupall-purpose flour
1 to 2teaspoonslemon juice
1tablespoonhoneyoptional
1/2tspcinnamon
1/2tspsalt
optional: 2 to 3 Tbs. finely minced walnuts or almonds
1dash oil or butter for frying
Instructions
Beat the egg whites until stiff.
Combine all other ingredients (except toppings and frying oil) in a medium-sized bowl and mix well. Fold in the egg whites.
Heat oil or melt butter in a skillet. When it is hot enough to sizzle a drop of batter on contact, add spoonfuls of batter. Fry on both sides until firm and lightly browned. Serve right away, topped with syrup, sour cream or yogurt, and/or Berry Sauce.