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Lemon Ricotta Pancakes Recipe

These are the Best Lemon Ricotta Pancakes. Bright lemon zest and rich ricotta adds a sophisticated indulgence to your classic pancake recipe. Easy to whip up in 30 minutes, these light and fluffy lemon pancakes are the perfect thing to make for breakfast or brunch served with Olive Oil Fried Eggs!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 236 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup ricotta
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 lemon zested
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons melted and cooled unsalted butter plus more for the pan

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a large measuring cup, whisk together the milk, ricotta, egg, lemon zest, vanilla and butter. Add to the flour mixture and stir just until combined.
  3. Grease a large skillet and heat over medium-low heat. For each pancake, pour 1/4 cup of the batter into the skillet. Cook in batches, turning once, until golden brown on both sides. Repeat with the remaining batter.

Notes

  • These freeze well. Make a double batch of pancakes or store any leftovers in the freezer for several months. Allow them to cool fully then store in a freeze-safe bag. When ready to reheat, pop them in the microwave heating until warmed through.
  • Don’t over mix. You want your pancake batter to still have some lumps in it.
  • Use a cup scoop for perfect pancakes. Pour the pancake batter onto the hot griddle using a 1/4 cup scoop.

Nutrition Information

Calories 236kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 38g (13%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 20mg (7%) Sodium 194mg (8%) Potassium 429mg (12%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 211IU (4%) Calcium 250mg (25%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 236

% Daily Value*

Calories 236kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 38g 13%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 20mg 7%
Sodium 194mg 8%
Potassium 429mg 9%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 12g 24%
Vitamin A 211IU 4%
Calcium 250mg 25%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.