Description
Orange Ricotta Pancakes are a delightful fusion of creamy ricotta cheese and the bright zest of fresh oranges, elevating your breakfast experience to a whole new level. These light and fluffy pancakes are expertly crafted to offer a balance of sweetness and citrus, making each bite a heavenly treat. Perfect for lazy weekends or special occasions, they are simple to prepare and can be topped with maple syrup, fresh berries, or whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence. This easy recipe transforms ordinary mornings into gourmet brunch experiences that will impress family and friends alike. Gather your ingredients, and let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 fresh oranges (zest and juice)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ½ cup milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, whisk together ricotta, eggs, milk, orange juice, and zest until smooth.
- Gently combine the wet and dry ingredients; do not overmix.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat; lightly grease it.
- Pour about half a cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface (about 2-3 minutes), then flip and cook until golden brown (another 2-3 minutes).
- Serve warm with maple syrup or your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (75g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg