Description
Cherry Ricotta Pancakes are a delightful breakfast treat that combines fluffy pancakes with the sweet-tart flavors of fresh cherries and creamy ricotta cheese. Ideal for lazy weekend mornings or festive brunch gatherings, these pancakes are quick to prepare and visually stunning. Topped with maple syrup or whipped cream, they offer a delicious way to start your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, blend ricotta cheese, eggs, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently combine the wet and dry ingredients without overmixing.
- Fold in the chopped cherries carefully.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and grease lightly. Pour 1/4 cup of batter per pancake.
- Cook until bubbles form on top (3-4 minutes), then flip and cook until golden brown.
- Serve warm with maple syrup or whipped cream and extra cherries for garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg