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Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes - takes a little love to make but the result is a very light and fluffy pancake.

Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes

Light and fluffy, these pancakes are worth the little extra effort to prepare. Definitely make these when you have a special breakfast or brunch planned. Serve with fresh fruit and maple syrup.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 serves

Ingredients
 

  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 3 large eggs, separated
  • 1 3/4 cups milk
  • 2/3 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • unsalted butter, for the frying pan
  • 250 g blueberries, fresh
  • Pure maple syrup, for serving

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 100 degrees celsius.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder and salt. In a large bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the milk, ricotta, sugar and vanilla. Add the dry ingredients and whisk until the batter is smooth.
  • In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites at medium speed until frothy. Beat at high speed until soft peaks form. Fold in 1/3 of the egg whites into the batter to temper it, then fold in the remaining egg whites until no streaks remain.
  • Preheat your frying pan on low-medium heat, then lightly butter it.
  • For each pancake, ladle about 1/4 cup of the batter for each pancake. You may be able to put more than one pancake in the pan at a time but make sure you leave enough space between them. Sprinkle each pancake with a few blueberries and press lightly. Cook until the bottoms are golden and the pancakes are just beginning to set, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Flip the pancakes and cook until golden on the bottom and cooked through, about 1 minute longer. Transfer the pancakes to a plate and keep them warm in the oven while you make the rest.
  • Serve warm.

Notes

  • The batter can be refrigerated overnight. Bring to room temperature and whisk briefly before cooking.
  • These pancakes are wonderful when served with fresh fruit such as chopped banana, strawberries or extra blueberries. A dose of maple syrup on top and you've got yourself a breakfast that will impress.