Fluffy Orange Ricotta Pancakes

Ingredients

• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 tablespoons sugar (optional)
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
• 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
• Butter or oil for cooking

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the ricotta, eggs, milk, vanilla, orange zest, and orange juice until smooth.
2. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
3. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Heat a lightly greased non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.
5. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter for each pancake onto the skillet.
6. Cook for 2–3 minutes, or until bubbles appear on the surface. Flip and cook for another 2–3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
7. Repeat with the remaining batter.

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with:

• Fresh orange slices
• Maple syrup or honey
• Powdered sugar
• Butter
• Fresh berries or yogurt

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 10–12 small pancakes