Ricotta Pancakes
Ricotta pancakes are light, fluffy, and packed with creamy richness thanks to ricotta cheese. This guide covers the best ingredients, cooking tips, and creative variations to help you make perfect ricotta pancakes at home.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Non-stick Skillet
Ingredients
Pancake Batter
- 1 cup ricotta cheese whole milk recommended
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup milk whole milk recommended
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix ricotta, milk, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined (a few lumps are okay).
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2–3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden brown.
- Repeat with the remaining batter. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Notes
For a lemon version, add 1 tablespoon of lemon zest and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to the wet ingredients.