Description
Fluffy and flavorful Orange Ricotta Pancakes that combine the creamy texture of ricotta cheese with bright, fresh orange zest and juice for a delightful breakfast treat. These pancakes are light, tender, and perfect for a weekend brunch or any special morning.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
- 3/4 cup 2% milk
- 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Maple syrup
- Butter
- Confectioners' sugar
Instructions
- Mix the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined. In a separate bowl, beat together the egg, ricotta cheese, milk, orange zest, orange juice, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and evenly blended. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently just until moistened. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should still have some lumps to ensure tender pancakes.
- Cook until golden: Lightly grease a griddle or skillet and heat it over medium heat. Pour the batter by the quarter-cupful onto the hot surface. Cook the pancakes until bubbles form on the surface and begin to pop, and the edges start to set. Flip carefully using a thin, stiff-edged spatula and cook the other side until golden brown. Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
- Serve: Serve the pancakes warm with your choice of butter, maple syrup, and a dusting of confectioners' sugar for added sweetness and presentation. To keep pancakes warm while finishing the batch, place them on a baking sheet in a low-temperature oven.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter; lumps in the batter help keep the pancakes fluffier.
- Use fresh orange zest and juice for the best citrus flavor.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low-temperature oven while finishing the batch.
- For an extra fluffy texture, ensure your baking powder and baking soda are fresh.
- If you prefer, substitute whole milk for 2% milk for richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
