Preheat an electric griddle to moderately-high heat (or use a non-stick skillet set over medium heat).

In a mixing bowl whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt for 20 seconds.

In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together milk, ricotta, eggs, and vanilla until well blended.

Immediately pour the milk mixture into the flour mixture and whisk just to combine (batter should be slightly lumpy).

Pour 1/3 cup batter onto buttered griddle or skillet and cook until bubbles appear and bottom is golden, then flip and cook the other side until golden.

Serve warm dusted with powdered sugar if desired and drizzled with maple or berry syrup.