1 cup milk
1 cup cottage cheese, drained
1-1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
5 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup oil for frying
Place all the ingredients except oil together in a large bowl. Mix until smooth. Heat 1/2 cup oil in a skillet. Using a large spoon, drop the batter into hot oil. Fry 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until lightly browned. Continue until batter is used up, adding oil when necessary.
The latkes may be served topped with sour cream, applesauce, or maple syrup.