Description
Fluffy lemon ricotta pancakes are a delightful twist on a classic breakfast favorite. Bursting with zesty flavor and light texture, these pancakes are perfect for brightening up any morning. They’re easy to prepare, making them ideal for both leisurely brunches and quick weekday breakfasts. Serve them warm, drizzled with maple syrup and topped with fresh berries for a truly indulgent experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ½ cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, mix ricotta cheese, eggs, milk, lemon zest, and juice until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently to combine.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it.
- Pour ¼ cup batter onto the skillet for each pancake; cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes (approximately 160g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 130mg