Orange Ricotta Pancakes Syrup (Print)
Fluffy ricotta pancakes layered with orange flavor, served with a creamy homemade citrus syrup.
# What You'll Need:
→ Ricotta Pancakes
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3/4 cup ricotta cheese
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2 egg yolks
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1 egg white
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3/4 cup milk
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1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
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2 teaspoons orange zest
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1.5 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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3 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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Butter for the pan
→ Creamy Orange Syrup
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup water
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1 tablespoon orange zest (from 1-2 navel oranges)
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3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (from 2-4 large navel oranges)
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2 teaspoons cornstarch
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2 tablespoons butter
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1/4 cup cream
# How to Make It:
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Whisk together ricotta cheese, egg yolks, egg white, milk, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt. Mix until just combined.
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Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat and lightly grease with butter. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the pan for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges begin to set, approximately 2 minutes. Flip and cook an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Repeat for remaining batter.
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In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, water, and orange zest. Stir until sugar dissolves. Whisk in orange juice and cornstarch, then bring to a gentle boil. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in butter and cream.
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Place pancakes on serving plates, drizzle with creamy orange syrup, and, if desired, garnish with additional orange zest. Serve immediately.
# Additional Notes:
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For extra fluffy pancakes, avoid overmixing the batter.