Ricotta Pancakes Recipe
Delicious and fluffy Ricotta Pancakes that are easy to make and perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch. These pancakes are made with creamy ricotta cheese and have a hint of sweetness, making them a delightful treat for any morning.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 pancakes 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ricotta Pancakes:
- 32 oz whole milk Ricotta Cheese (about 4 cups) (900 grams)
- 1 egg
- 1/2 – 3/4 Cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour + more for shaping the ricotta pancakes
- 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (optional)
- Oil for frying (I use olive oil)
Sour Cream Topping:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1–2 tablespoons sugar
- Combine Ricotta Pancake Ingredients: In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, sugar, flour, baking powder, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Shape the Pancakes: Scoop the mixture into flour, coat in flour, and shape into flat patties about 1/2 inch thick.
- Fry the Pancakes: Fry in oil for 2-3 minutes per side until browned.
- Make the Sour Cream Topping: Mix sour cream with sugar to sweeten.
Notes
- You can add fresh berries or maple syrup on top for extra flavor.
- Adjust the sugar in the sour cream topping to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Ricotta Pancakes, Breakfast, Brunch, Pancake Recipe