Fluffy Ricotta Pancakes
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These Ricotta Pancakes have the fluffiest texture and a deliciously creamy flavor. If you ever feel like pancakes can taste a little bland, or if you’re looking to make your pancakes extra special – these fluffy ricotta pancakes are for you!
I absolutely love thick, super fluffy pancakes. Because the thicker the pancake, the more maple syrup they soak up.
Plus – there’s something very impressive about a ridiculously tall stack of pancakes. And these fluffy ricotta pancakes definitely don’t disappoint.
Ricotta pancakes have a delicious creamy flavor, the fluffiest texture, and are the thickest pancakes you’ll ever eat. The ricotta cheese adds a luxurious flavor that’ll remind you of cheesecake and pairs perfectly with fresh fruit and maple syrup.
And if you’re looking for a pancake option that makes you feel just a little fancy (like those brunch places that are lined up with about 500 million people on a Sunday morning), or if you think pancakes can sometimes taste a little bland – then ricotta pancakes are the perfect breakfast option for you. 
The first time I tried adding ricotta cheese in pancakes was Nigella Lawson’s recipe for ricotta hotcakes from her book Forever Summer. The fluffy texture and creamy flavor were a definite hit.
But I wanted to develop a recipe for fluffy ricotta pancakes that was a little more reminiscent of American diner-style breakfast pancakes. Ones that are thick, fluffy and giant sized. And this recipe is exactly that.
Super fluffy breakfast pancakes, with a delicious creamy ricotta flavor that’s not overpowering. Perfection.
These pancakes are fluffy and tall for a few reasons:
- The ricotta cheese keeps the batter thick.
- Not adding too much milk – I found 2/3 cups the perfect amount.
- Then finally the eggs whites are frothed before we gently fold them into the mixture. This is key for keeping our pancakes fluffy.
Seriously, the fluffy texture and creamy flavor is perfect. And if you’re looking for a pancake recipe that’s a little extra special, these fluffy ricotta pancakes are the perfect thing!
Fluffy Ricotta Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2/3 cup milk, (skim, 1% or 2%)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs, , separated
- oil, , for greasing the griddle or frying pan
Instructions
- Preheat a frying pan to medium heat or an electric griddle to 350F degrees.
- In a large bowl whisk together the flour, sugar and baking powder.
- Then in a medium sized bowl using a hand whisk or electric mixer, whisk the egg whites. You don't need stiff peaks, but the egg whites should appear white in color and frothy.
- In a separate bowl (or a large liquid measuring cup) whisk together the ricotta cheese, milk, vanilla and egg yolks.
- Using a large wooden fold the ricotta cheese mixture into the flour mixture - leaving a few lumps is ok. Then gently fold in the egg whites.
- Add a little oil to the preheated griddle or frying pan. Using a 1/4 cup or 1/3 cup dry measure cup, pour the batter onto the preheated griddle or frying pan. Allow the first side to cook for 2-3 minutes or until you see a few air bubbles forming. Then flip the pancakes to the other side and continue cooking for 1-2 minutes or until golden. Repeat with the rest of the batter.
- Serve immediately with fresh fruit & syrup, or your favorite pancake toppings.
Nutrition
Delicious! I love the added protein that doesn’t add any cheese taste.
excellent recipe. best pancakes i’ve ever had. I had these at the Four Seasons in Hawaii. This recipe is spot on. delicious. My dad used to whip up the egg whites, for extra fluff, and his were very good. The ricotta adds a whole level. Try it, you won’t be disappointed.
So awesome ! This recipe is the best and it is so worth dirtying 3 bowls to enjoy these pancakes! Tastes like eating a cheesecake for breakfast. Just cook them at a medium low heat to cook through and enjoy!
Delicious! Wouldn’t change a thing!
Thank you, Carmen!
Recently had ricotta pancakes at a restaurant for the first time and loved them. Wanted to recreate the experience and have them at home. This recipe made it happen! Followed it precisely and they were delicious and enjoyed by all. Can’t wait to make them again. Thank you for sharing the recipe.
I was looking for a way to use up a container of ricotta before it went bad, and I came across your recipe for ricotta pancakes. I made these for my sons, and I tasted a bite that was left on one of their plates, and the pancakes have a delightful flavor from that ricotta! They were nice and fluffy and my sons enjoyed them! Thanks for having a great recipe and for helping me clean up this ricotta cheese!
Delicious light fluffy easy recipe. I added one drop of Fiori de Sicilia and it came out so yummy. Great way to use my ricotta
Came out good, would recommend a little salt to batter
This recipe is awesome. I did make it gluten free and it turned out great.
Great recipe! I didn’t whip the egg whites and it still turned out fluffy. Whipping the egg whites would have made it lighter, but the end result without was delicious! Only thing missing was the salt. You may want to revise and add in the salt to your recipe. My first tester pancake was bland without the salt. I added some to my batter when I realized it wasn’t in the recipe. The pancakes were so good my husband declared that they are the best pancakes he’s ever had! Lol, he says that for just about everything I make. But I agree this is a recipe to repeat!
You Rock with this Recipe! My families favorite! Will never go back to boxed pancake mix!
I thought these were ok. I didn’t like having to dirty 3 bowls. One of my kids really liked them though.