Crespelle di Ricotta

Crespelle di Ricotta are delicate Italian pancakes filled with a creamy ricotta mixture, making for a high-protein, flavorful breakfast. Lightly sweetened and savory, they offer a perfect balance of taste and nutrition to start your day.

Ingredients

• Ricotta cheese - 250 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• All-purpose flour - 100 grams
• Milk - 150 ml
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - for drizzling
• Fresh berries - for serving

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, eggs, flour, milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
2. Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat and lightly coat it with olive oil.
3. Pour a small ladle of the batter into the pan, swirling to form a round pancake about 10 cm in diameter.
4. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface, then carefully flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
5. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the pan as needed.
6. Serve the crespelle warm, drizzled with honey and topped with fresh berries.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 290 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, aiding muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in calcium, promoting strong bones and teeth.

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