Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Light and fluffy pancakes with a refreshing lemon flavor, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add ricotta cheese, eggs, milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Whisk until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients. Stir gently until just combined.
- Heat the Skillet: Place a skillet on medium heat and add butter or oil.
- Cook the Pancakes: Pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form, then flip and cook until golden brown.
- Serve Warm: Serve with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or powdered sugar.
Notes
For best results, use fresh lemon juice and zest. Avoid overmixing for fluffier pancakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: pancakes, lemon ricotta pancakes, breakfast, brunch
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