Thick Pancakes with Orange

Orange pancakes are fresh, soft, and full of natural citrus aroma. The light flavor of orange zest and freshly squeezed orange juice gives the pancakes a nice balance between sweet and fresh. Together with a silky cream cheese topping with hints of orange, you get a simple yet elegant dish that is perfect for a weekend breakfast, brunch, or a light dessert. The recipe yields about 4–5 fluffy pancakes that both smell and taste wonderful.

• 100 g all-purpose flour

• 4 g (1 tsp) baking powder

• 1 g (¼ tsp) baking soda

• 20 g (1 ½ tbsp) sugar

• 1 egg

• 80 g Greek yogurt (plain)

• Finely grated zest of ½ orange

• 15 g (1 tbsp) vegetable oil

• 3 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice

• 1 tbsp milk (optional – only if the batter becomes very thick)

1. Stir the orange zest into the yogurt, and let it sit for 1 minute to allow the aroma to infuse.

2. Add the egg, oil, and orange juice (and optional milk), and whisk until smooth.

3. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar.

4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry, and gently stir until just combined.

5. Cook the pancakes on medium heat with a lid, about 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and fluffy.

6. Let cool slightly before topping.

SMOOTH CREAM CHEESE TOPPING WITH ORANGE

Ingredients:

• 100 g cream cheese (plain, at room temperature)

• 2–3 tbsp heavy cream or milk

• 1–2 tbsp powdered sugar (to taste)

• 1–2 tsp freshly squeezed orange juice

• ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions:

1. Beat the cream cheese until completely smooth.

2. Add the powdered sugar, orange juice, and vanilla.

3. Gradually mix in the cream/milk until silky smooth and even.