Save Pin Light, airy pancakes featuring creamy ricotta, perfect for a relaxing weekend brunch with family or friends.
This recipe quickly became a favorite at my house for weekend breakfasts.
Ingredients
- Wet Ingredients: 1 cup (250 g) whole milk ricotta cheese, 3/4 cup (180 ml) whole milk, 3 large eggs separated, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 2 tbsp (30 g) unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
- Dry Ingredients: 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp (25 g) granulated sugar, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
- For Cooking & Serving: Additional butter or oil for the pan, maple syrup, fresh berries, or powdered sugar for serving
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large bowl whisk together ricotta milk egg yolks vanilla extract and melted butter until smooth.
- Step 2:
- In a separate bowl whisk flour sugar baking powder and salt.
- Step 3:
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined a few lumps are fine.
- Step 4:
- In a clean bowl beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gently fold egg whites into the batter using a spatula being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Step 5:
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Step 6:
- Pour 1/4 cup (about 60 ml) of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook for 2 3 minutes until bubbles appear and edges look set. Flip and cook another 1 2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Step 7:
- Serve warm with maple syrup fresh berries or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Save Pin These pancakes always bring smiles at our Sunday brunches.
Notes
For extra lemony flavor add 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest to the batter. Substitute whole wheat flour for added fiber or try with gluten-free flour blends. For a decadent touch serve with whipped cream or mascarpone.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls whisk and spatula electric mixer or hand whisk for egg whites non-stick skillet or griddle measuring cups and spoons
Nutritional Information
Calories 290 Total Fat 13 g Carbohydrates 29 g Protein 13 g per serving
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Questions & Answers
- → What makes these pancakes fluffy?
Folding softly beaten egg whites into the batter introduces air, creating a light and airy texture.
- → Can I substitute the flour used?
Yes, whole wheat or gluten-free flour blends can be used to suit dietary needs or add fiber.
- → What toppings pair well with these pancakes?
Maple syrup, fresh berries, powdered sugar, whipped cream, or mascarpone complement the flavors beautifully.
- → How do I prevent pancakes from sticking to the pan?
Lightly grease a non-stick skillet with butter or oil and preheat it over medium heat before cooking.
- → Is it possible to add extra flavor to the batter?
Adding lemon zest introduces a subtle citrus note that brightens the flavor profile.
- → What is the recommended cooking time per pancake?
Cook each pancake 2–3 minutes until bubbles form and edges set, then flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden.