Spicy Cottage Cheese Pancakes with Caramelized Apples

In a bowl, combine all the ingredients for the pancakes: *cottage cheese*, *rice flour*, *egg yolks*, and *vanilla bean*. Mix them thoroughly until you achieve a *homogeneous dough-like mixture*. The consistency should be smooth and slightly sticky.

Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into balls of uniform size. This will be the *base for your pancakes*. Next, roll each ball in rice flour to ensure they are well coated.

Using a glass or a pastry ring, flatten the balls into *pancake shapes* and use a knife to tidy up the edges.

Heat a little vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the prepared pancakes in the skillet and fry them until they develop a *golden-brown crust* on both sides. This usually takes around 3-4 minutes per side.

Once cooked, transfer the pancakes onto a *dry paper towel* to absorb any excess oil.

While the pancakes are cooking, slice the apples into thin wedges. In another pan, melt the *butter* over low heat. Add the *apple slices*, *sugar*, and *cinnamon* to the pan, stirring gently to coat the apples.

Allow the apples to *simmer* on low heat until they become fully caramelized, which can take around 10-15 minutes.

On a serving platter, spread a layer of *Greek yogurt* as a base. Place the pancakes on top of the yogurt, then finish by adding the *caramelized apples* over the pancakes. This will create a *delicious and attractive presentation*.

Enjoy your spicy cottage cheese pancakes with the rich flavor of caramelized apples!