# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - ½ teaspoon baking soda
05 - ¼ teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk or part-skim)
07 - ¾ cup milk
08 - 2 large eggs, separated
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
11 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
# How To Make It:
01 - Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
02 - Mix ricotta, milk, egg yolks, vanilla extract, lemon zest (if using), and melted butter in a separate bowl until smooth.
03 - Gently fold the ricotta mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined, leaving some lumps.
04 - Using an electric mixer or whisk, beat egg whites until soft peaks form, then gently fold into the batter to preserve air.
05 - Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly brush with butter.
06 - Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles appear and edges set, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook 1 to 2 minutes until golden.
07 - Serve warm with toppings such as maple syrup, fresh berries, or powdered sugar.
