These Easy Ricotta Pancakes are soft, fluffy, and made with only 4 ingredients in one bowl!

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Fluffy Ricotta Pancakes
My son has been a fan of these pancakes since he was about 10 months old. The ricotta adds a wonderful soft texture to the batter; plus, it is rich in protein and calcium!
Ingredients to Make Fluffy Ricotta Pancakes
This is the easiest pancake you can possibly make, here are the ingredients you need:
- Ricotta: I prefer using full fat ricotta cheese, but any will work.
- Eggs: used as a binder.
- All-purpose flour: I have tested this recipe with other flours and all purpose is what works best from a texture standpoint.
- Baking powder: To make the pancakes rise.
- Salt: Optional (if you prefer to eat these pancakes with jam or syrup you may skip the salt. Also, remember to omit salt for babies <12m old)
Step by Step Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs and mix in the ricotta.
- Add the flour, salt (optional), baking powder and mix.
- Heat 1 tsp coconut oil in a skillet over low to medium heat.
- Spoon out the batter about 1 tbsp per pancake. When you see small bubbles on top, flip and cook the other side.
Storage Instructions
These ricotta pancakes can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and in the freezer for up to 3 months. Make sure to use a freezer bag or airtight container.
To reheat, place them in the microwave for 10s increments until warm, or use a toaster.
Serving Suggestions and Substitutions
These ricotta pancakes pair well with some other flavors, you can try adding the following to the batter:
- Vanilla
- 1 tsp of lemon juice and some zest
- Honey and berries would go well too. I Like adding them on top of each pancake before flipping, this way they are evenly spaced, and you get a nice-looking pancake.
- You could add chocolate chips and add orange zest. Who doesn’t love that chocolate orange combo?
You can serve these pancakes to toddlers over 2 years old with:
- Maple syrup
- Jam
- Butter and powdered sugar
For babies you can cut into fingers or small pieces. Remember to skip salt for babies <12m old.
Frequently ASked Questions
Use fresh baking powder and don’t overmix the batter.
Favorite Pan for Pancakes
Here is my favorite pan for pancakes and crepes.
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🥣Recipe
Ricotta Pancakes
Equipment
- 1 Bowl
Ingredients
Ricotta Pancakes
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp coconut oil for greasing the pan
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs and mix in the ricotta.
- Add the flour, salt (optional), baking powder and mix.
- Heat 1 tsp coconut oil or butter in a skillet over low to medium heat.
- Spoon out the batter about 1 tbsp per pancake. When you see small bubbles on top, flip and cook the other side
Notes
- Nutrition facts calculated per serving.
- Omit salt for babies <12m old.