Heavenly Ricotta Pancakes Recipe

A family favorite since 1975! These light and fluffy ricotta pancakes are so delicious, they're practically heavenly (our friend Patrick agrees!). This recipe, originally found on a ricotta cheese container, is a keeper. Get ready for unbelievably tender pancakes that are hard to resist – perfect for weekend brunches or any special occasion. Easily doubled or tripled for larger families.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 472.2 kcal
Protein 56g
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Ingredients for Heavenly Ricotta Pancakes

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How to Make Heavenly Ricotta Pancakes

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, ricotta cheese, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  3. Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake.
  6. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

68g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Heavenly Ricotta Pancakes?

Heavenly Ricotta Pancakes takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Heavenly Ricotta Pancakes?

Heavenly Ricotta Pancakes has approximately 472.2 calories per serving, with about 56 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 38 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Heavenly Ricotta Pancakes?

The key ingredients for Heavenly Ricotta Pancakes are Baking Powder, Salt, Eggs, Ricotta Cheese, Milk, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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