Description
Fluffy ricotta fluff pancakes showcase Italian-inspired breakfast magic from scratch. Delicate clouds of creamy richness invite pancake enthusiasts to savor each pillowy bite while experiencing pure morning comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups (190 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (227 grams) ricotta cheese
- 3 egg whites
- 3 egg yolks
- ¾ cup (180 milliliters/6 fl oz) milk
- ¼ cup (50 grams) sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsps baking powder
- Oil, for cooking
Instructions
- Preparation: Sift flour, sugar, and baking powder into a large mixing bowl, ensuring dry ingredients are well combined.
- Egg Separation: Whip egg whites to a fluffy, voluminous texture while creating a smooth ricotta mixture with milk, vanilla, and egg yolks.
- Batter Development: Merge the ricotta liquid into the dry ingredients with minimal stirring, maintaining a slightly lumpy consistency that promises tender pancakes.
- Egg White Integration: Delicately fold whipped egg whites into the batter, preserving essential air pockets for extraordinary lightness.
- Surface Preparation: Heat a skillet or griddle to medium temperature and lightly grease with oil to prevent adhesion and encourage golden edges.
- Cooking Process: Pour batter onto the heated surface, allowing characteristic bubbles to form across each pancake’s exterior.
- Finishing Technique: Flip pancakes when bubbles emerge and edges appear dry, cooking until a rich golden brown develops on both surfaces.
- Serving: Transfer pancakes to plates and embellish with fresh berries, maple syrup, or preferred accompaniments for a luxurious breakfast experience.
Notes
- Whip Egg Whites Carefully: Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form for maximum pancake fluffiness, creating an incredibly light texture.
- Minimal Mixing Matters: Stir batter gently to avoid tough pancakes, keeping slight lumps for tender, delicate results.
- Temperature Control: Maintain medium heat for even cooking and perfect golden-brown exterior without burning.
- Surface Preparation: Use light oil coating to prevent sticking and achieve crispy, beautiful pancake edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 228
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg