Fluffy ricotta pancakes: The secret to a perfect brunch!
Fluffy ricotta pancakes are a delightful brunch option that combines the creaminess of ricotta cheese with a light and airy texture, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a little butter or oil.
- Pour 1/4 cup of the batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on the other side.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter or oil as needed.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as syrup, fruit, or whipped cream.
Notes
- For extra fluffiness, let the batter rest for 10 minutes before cooking.
- These pancakes can be made ahead and reheated in a toaster or microwave.
- Feel free to add lemon zest or chocolate chips for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg