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Fluffy Lemon Ricotta Pancakes Recipe

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4.1 from 9 reviews

Wake up to the sweet aroma of Fluffy Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, blending the zest of lemon with creamy ricotta for a breakfast that’s both indulgent and refreshing. This delightful recipe promises pancakes that are light, fluffy, and bursting with flavor—a perfect start to your day!

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups plain flour
  • 1¼ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup full-fat ricotta
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup honey
  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tsp vanilla essence
  • 1 Tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice

For Cooking

  • Butter or oil for greasing

Instructions

  1. Mix dry ingredients: Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt into a large bowl to ensure even distribution of leavening agents and aerate the flour for fluffier pancakes.
  2. Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together whole milk, full-fat ricotta, eggs, honey, melted unsalted butter, vanilla essence, lemon zest, and lemon juice until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  3. Mix batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the pancakes light and tender. Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes to activate the baking powder.
  4. Heat skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and grease it lightly with butter or oil to prevent sticking and ensure golden edges.
  5. Cook pancakes: Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles start forming on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip the pancakes carefully and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  6. Serve: Serve the warm pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, fresh berries, or additional lemon zest for extra brightness.

Notes

  • Avoid overmixing the batter to keep pancakes fluffy.
  • Allow the batter to rest for 5-10 minutes before cooking to activate the baking powder.
  • Cook on medium to medium-low heat to prevent burning.