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Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes for a Fluffy Sunshine Breakfast

Elevate your breakfast with these delightful Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, a perfect blend of fluffy texture and zesty flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Pancake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with regular milk mixed with 1 tablespoon of vinegar
  • 2 large eggs Use flax eggs for a vegan version
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Melted and cooled, plus additional for greasing
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese Can substitute with cottage cheese
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Serving
  • as desired powdered sugar Optional for dusting
  • as desired fresh berries Optional topping
  • as desired maple syrup Traditional pancake topping

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • griddle

Method
 

Pancake Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until evenly blended.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, and melted unsalted butter until well combined.
  3. Gently pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredient bowl and stir until just combined.
  4. Fold in ricotta cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until incorporated.
  5. Let the batter rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
  6. Heat a lightly greased griddle over medium heat.
  7. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form, then flip and cook until golden.
  8. Keep cooked pancakes warm in a preheated oven while cooking remaining batter.
  9. Serve pancakes topped with powdered sugar, fresh berries, and drizzled with maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overmixing the batter and allow it to rest before cooking.

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