Description
These Lemon Ricotta Pancakes are a delectable choice, blending the creamy texture of ricotta with zesty lemon notes. Quick to prepare and perfect for breakfast or brunch, they will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 and 1/2 cups (340ml) whole milk
- 1 cup (227g) full-fat ricotta cheese
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (57ml) fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoon lemon zest
- maple syrup or fresh whipped cream, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; whisk until well blended.
- In another bowl, lightly beat the eggs with a whisk.
- Add the milk, ricotta, and vanilla to the eggs, mixing until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just mixed. Fold in the lemon juice and zest with care, avoiding overmixing.
- Heat a buttered pan or griddle. Pour batter in 1/3 cupfuls, cooking a few at a time. Cook until small bubbles appear on the surface, approximately 3 minutes, then flip and golden brown on the other side for 1-2 minutes.
- Serve pancakes warm, topped with maple syrup or whipped cream.
Notes
These pancakes are best served fresh but can be frozen for later use; stack with parchment paper between pancakes before freezing.
Adjust the lemon zest for a stronger lemon flavor if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
