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Orange Egg Pancakes

Prep 10 min Cook 15 min Difficulty 2/5

Orange egg pancakes with orange zest and juice. Simple batter rest, fluffy texture, and bright citrus flavor.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Whisk flour and orange zest in a bowl to combine.
  2. In a separate bowl beat the egg lightly.
  3. Add orange juice to the beaten egg and whisk until smooth.
  4. Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  5. Let batter rest 5 minutes to hydrate the flour and bloom the zest.
  6. Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly oil or butter it.
  7. Spoon 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the hot skillet.
  8. Cook until edges look set and bubbles appear on the surface, about 2 minutes.
  9. Flip and cook the other side until golden, about 1–2 minutes more.
  10. Serve warm with extra orange zest, syrup, or fruit if desired.

Why this recipe works

Search intent: recipe for orange zest pancake with orange juice and egg

Bright, citrusy pancakes with orange zest and juice for a sunny breakfast. Easy to make and naturally flavorful.

Why rest the batter? Yes. The batter rests 5 minutes to hydrate flour and bloom the zest, which helps tenderness.
Can I customize the flavor or portions? Yes. The recipe uses common pantry ingredients and creates light, flavorful pancakes with orange notes.
How should I serve these pancakes? Serve with maple syrup, extra orange zest, or fresh fruit for a simple topping.