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Lemon Ricotta Pancakes Recipe

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes Recipe


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  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Zesty lemon ricotta pancakes bring Mediterranean sunshine to breakfast tables. Fluffy clouds of tangy cheese and citrus dance together, creating a luxurious morning experience you’ll savor with pure culinary delight.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (250g/8.8 ounces) ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup (125g/4.4 ounces) flour
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup (125 milliliters/4.2 fluid ounces) milk

Flavor Enhancers:

  • 1 lemon, zested
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Leavening Agent:

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions

  1. Whisk ricotta cheese thoroughly to eliminate excess moisture, ensuring a smooth base for the pancake batter.
  2. Incorporate eggs, milk, and vibrant lemon zest into the ricotta, blending until the mixture achieves a uniform consistency.
  3. In a separate vessel, sift together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt, eliminating any potential clumps that might disrupt the batter’s texture.
  4. Delicately merge the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, using gentle folding motions to maintain the batter’s airy structure.
  5. Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium-low temperature, applying a thin layer of butter to prevent pancakes from adhering.
  6. Ladle batter onto the heated surface, creating circular formations that allow even cooking and natural bubble formation.
  7. Monitor pancakes closely, waiting until edges become firm and surface develops characteristic bubbles, indicating optimal moment for flipping.
  8. Carefully turn pancakes, cooking the reverse side until golden and responsive to a light touch.
  9. Transfer finished pancakes to serving plates, elegantly dusting with powdered sugar for a delicate sweetness.
  10. Complement the pancakes with fresh berries or a luxurious maple syrup drizzle, enhancing their delicate lemon-ricotta flavor profile.

Notes

  • Unlock tangy, creamy breakfast magic with these cloud-like pancakes bursting with bright lemon essence.
  • Ricotta cheese transforms ordinary pancakes into an extraordinary morning treat that melts in your mouth with silky smoothness.
  • Minimal ingredients, maximum flavor – this recipe turns simple breakfast into a gourmet experience that feels like a culinary hug.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg