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Orange Egg Pancakes: Quick Citrus Breakfast

Prep 10 min Cook 15 min Difficulty 2/5

Simple orange egg pancakes made with flour, egg, orange juice and zest — ready in 25 minutes for a bright, quick breakfast.

Why this recipe works

A simple, citrus-forward pancake made from flour, one egg, orange juice and zest. This recipe suits cooks who want a quick, bright breakfast with minimal ingredients. These pancakes come together fast and work well when you want a refreshing twist on classic pancakes.

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Key takeaways

Four-ingredient, 25-minute recipe for a bright breakfast.
Thin batter yields light pancakes; thicken with extra flour if desired.
Store refrigerated 2 days or freeze for longer keeping.

Recipe guide

A simple, citrus-forward pancake made from flour, one egg, orange juice and zest. This recipe suits cooks who want a quick, bright breakfast with minimal ingredients. These pancakes come together fast and work well when you want a refreshing twist on classic pancakes.

Make fluffy, citrus-scented pancakes with just four ingredients in 25 minutes.

  • Four-ingredient, 25-minute recipe for a bright breakfast.
  • Thin batter yields light pancakes; thicken with extra flour if desired.
  • Store refrigerated 2 days or freeze for longer keeping.

Ingredients & Prep

Makes about 8 small pancakes. Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 large egg, 1 cup orange juice, 1 tablespoon orange zest, pinch of salt, 1–2 tbsp oil or butter for cooking. Prep: zest orange, measure juice, whisk egg briefly.

Step-by-step Instructions

1) In a bowl combine flour and a pinch of salt. 2) Whisk egg into orange juice, then pour into dry ingredients and stir until just combined; fold in orange zest. Batter will be slightly thin. 3) Heat a nonstick skillet over medium, add a little oil or butter. 4) Pour 2–3 tbsp batter per pancake; cook 2–3 minutes until bubbles form, flip and cook 1–2 minutes more until set and lightly browned. 5) Keep warm and serve.

Tips, Timing & Variations

Cook time: 15 minutes, Prep: 10 minutes, Difficulty: easy. For thicker pancakes add 2–3 tbsp flour or a splash less juice. Add a teaspoon sugar for sweetness or a pinch of baking powder for extra lift. Serve with syrup, powdered sugar, yogurt, or fresh fruit.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest

Instructions

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FAQs

Can I substitute milk for orange juice? Yes — milk makes a milder pancake; keep the same volume but note you’ll lose citrus flavor.
How do I store leftovers? Cool completely, stack with parchment between layers, refrigerate up to 2 days or freeze up to 1 month; reheat in a toaster or skillet.
Can I make the batter ahead? You can mix batter and refrigerate up to 4 hours; stir gently before cooking as it may thicken.