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Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

Fluffy and light pancakes infused with fresh lemon and creamy ricotta, perfect for a delightful breakfast or brunch.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Pancake Batter
  • 1 cup Ricotta cheese Fresh
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest Freshly grated
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
For Serving

Method
 

Prepare the Batter
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the ricotta, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.
  2. In another bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
Cook the Pancakes
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
  3. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Repeat with remaining batter, adjusting heat as necessary.
Serve
  1. Serve warm with maple syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, and fresh berries if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These pancakes are best served fresh but can be kept warm in the oven at low heat if needed.

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