Orange Ricotta Pancakes

These light, fluffy and oh-so-tender orange ricotta pancakes have the perfect amount of bright citrus flavor, and are guaranteed to brighten any morning.

Calories

284

Carbohydrates

21g

Protein

21g

Potassium

335mg

Fiber

10g

Sugar

11g

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, room temperature
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
3/4 cup 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: Maple syrup, butter and confectioners' sugar

Direction

In a bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk egg, ricotta, milk, orange zest, orange juice, melted butter and vanilla until blended. Add to dry ingredients; stir just until moistened.
Lightly grease a griddle; heat over medium heat. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto griddle. Cook until bubbles on top begin to pop and bottoms are golden brown. Turn; cook until second side is golden brown. If desired, serve with syrup, butter and confectioners' sugar.