Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of Italian cuisine and breakfast with Cannoli Pancakes. These fluffy pancakes are enriched with creamy ricotta, zesty orange, and sweet chocolate chips, mirroring the beloved flavors of traditional cannoli. Perfect for special occasions like Mother’s Day brunch or simply a weekend treat, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike. Quick and easy to make, these pancakes can be customized with your favorite toppings, making them a versatile choice for any breakfast table. Whether topped with fresh fruit, drizzled with syrup, or served alongside whipped cream, Cannoli Pancakes are a delicious way to start your day.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (drained)
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons fresh orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, powdered sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix ricotta cheese, milk, eggs, orange zest, and vanilla until smooth.
- Make a well in the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture; gently whisk until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Heat butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Pour about 1/2 cup of batter for each pancake and cook until bubbles form on top (about 2-4 minutes). Flip and cook until golden brown.
- Serve warm with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 65mg