Ricotta And Banana Pancakes

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Found this in a brunch cookbook by georgeanne brennan, and, although i haven't tried it yet, it sounds absolutely delicious and i can't wait to give it a whirl!!

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Steps

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To make the spiced bananas , in a small bowl , combine the flour , sugar , cinnamon , and nutmeg.

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Dredge the bananas in the mixture and shake off the excess.

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In a frying pan over medium-high heat , melt the butter.

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When the butter foams , add the coated bananas and fry until crisp , about 5 minutes.

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Transfer to paper towels to drain.

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In a large bowl , whisk together the flour , baking powder , and salt.

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In another bowl , whisk together the yolks , ricotta , and milk.

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Stir the egg mixture into the flour mixture just until blended.

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In a bowl , using an electric mixer , beat the egg whites and sugar until stiff peaks form , about 2 minutes.

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Using a rubber spatula , gently fold the whites into the ricotta mixture until incorporated.

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Heat a griddle over medium-high heat.

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Add 2 tablespoons butter.

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When the butter foams , pour 2 tablespoons of batter onto the griddle into rounds about 3 inches in diameter and spread 1 inch apart.

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Cook until the batter bubbles and the bottoms ar.

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Ingredients

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flour, sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, bananas, butter, baking powder, salt, eggs, whole milk ricotta cheese, whole milk