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Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes That Will Brighten Your Brunch

These Lemon Ricotta Pancakes are light, fluffy delights, perfect for a special breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese or cottage cheese for lower-fat
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar can be reduced or substituted
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder ensure it’s fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda for best results
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt essential for flavor
  • 1 cup Milk or almond milk for dairy-free
  • 2 large Eggs or flaxseed eggs for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice fresh is preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest from organic lemons
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure for best flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Nonstick skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together the dry ingredients in a bowl: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: ricotta, milk, eggs, melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  4. Preheat a skillet over medium heat and grease lightly with butter.
  5. Cook pancakes by pouring 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  6. Serve the pancakes warm with your choice of toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing for the best texture. Cook on medium heat to prevent burning, and feel free to add blueberries for extra flavor.

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