Banana Ricotta Pancakes

This is one of the best ricotta pancakes recipes. These easy ricotta pancakes have a rich taste, light and fluffy texture, and amazing aroma. I always thought that banana pancakes turn out very dense, but that’s not true.

The combination of ricotta cheese and ripe banana makes these pancakes unusually delicious. I like to prepare these fluffy pancakes with ricotta cheese recipe for breakfast because it’s a great start to the day!

HOW TO MAKE FLUFFY BANANA RICOTTA PANCAKES?

Follow the recipe below, and make sure to read through the frequently asked questions and pro tips to bake the Best Banana Ricotta Pancakes.

• Step 1. In a large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients (2 cups all-purpose flour, 4 tbsp granulated sugar, 2 tsp baking powder, ¼ tsp baking soda, and a pinch of salt). Set aside.

• Step 2. In another bowl, mix together the wet ingredients (1 cup milk, ¾ cup ricotta, 3 large eggs, 1 mashed banana, 1 tbsp melted butter, and 1 tsp vanilla extract). Mix until completely combined.

• Step 3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Don’t overmix the batter. If there are small lumps in the batter, it’s okay.

• Step 4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and grease with non-stick cooking spray or unsalted butter. Pour the pancake batter onto the hot skillet using a ¼ measuring cup. Then, spread the batter into a circle. Cook each ricotta pancake for 2 minutes or until bubbles appear on the surface. Then, flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with the remaining batter (grease the skillet again, if needed). Enjoy with bananas, caramel sauce, maple syrup, honey, whipped cream, chocolate, or blueberries.

CAN YOU FREEZE BANANA RICOTTA PANCAKES?

Yes, you can freeze these easy ricotta pancakes. Let it cool completely before freezing. Stack pancakes with parchment paper between them. Then, place them in a freezer-safe container or a freezer-safe plastic bag.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

You can make your own variation of these fluffy pancakes with a ricotta cheese recipe. add more or less sugar/vanilla extract, depending on your taste. You can add blueberries, lemon zest, or mini chocolate chips to the batter.

RECIPE TIPS;

1. Don’t overmix the batter. If there are small lumps in the batter, it’s okay.
2. I recommend using ripe or overripe bananas for the best taste.
3. You can use more or less sugar, depending on your taste.
4. You can also use a griddle for this fluffy pancakes with ricotta cheese recipe.

HOW TO STORE & REHEAT BANANA PANCAKES?

You can store these easy ricotta pancakes in the refrigerator and in a freezer. If you want to store pancakes in the refrigerator, let them cool to room temperature and place them in an airtight container. Store for up to three days.

You can reheat these delicious ricotta pancakes in the oven or in the microwave. I prefer to reheat them in the microwave because it’s easier and faster.

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Fluffy Banana Ricotta Pancakes Recipe

These easy ricotta pancakes have a rich taste, light and fluffy texture, and amazing aroma.

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Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Servings: 16 pancakes

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour;
• 4 tbsp granulated sugar;
• 2 tsp baking powder;
• ¼ tsp baking soda;
• pinch of salt;
• 1 cup milk;
• ¾ cup ricotta, at room temperature;
• 3 large eggs, at room temperature;
• 1 ripe banana, mashed;
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted;
• 1 tsp vanilla extract.

Instructions

• In a large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients (all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt). Set aside.
• In another bowl, mix together the wet ingredients (milk, ricotta, eggs, mashed banana, melted butter, and vanilla extract). Mix until completely combined.
• Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Don't overmix the batter. If there are small lumps in the batter, it's okay.
• Heat a skillet over medium heat and grease with non-stick cooking spray or unsalted butter. Pour the pancake batter onto the hot skillet using a ¼ measuring cup. Then, spread the batter into a circle. Cook each ricotta pancake for 2 minutes or until bubbles appear on the surface. Then, flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with the remaining batter (grease the skillet again, if needed). Enjoy with bananas, caramel sauce, maple syrup, honey, whipped cream, chocolate, or blueberries.

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