Lemon Ricotta Pancake Cake Stack Recipe
These lemon ricotta pancake cakes are delightfully fluffy and infused with fresh lemon zest and juice, creating a bright and tangy breakfast or brunch treat. The ricotta cheese adds a rich creaminess to the batter, making each pancake tender and moist. Perfectly golden stacks topped with butter or syrup elevate your morning meal to something special.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 pancakes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For Cooking
- Butter or oil as needed for cooking the pancakes
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to combine evenly. Set aside for later incorporation.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the ricotta cheese, eggs, milk, sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredient bowl, stirring gently with a spatula or spoon until just combined to avoid overmixing and keep the batter light.
- Prepare Skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil to prevent sticking and promote even browning.
- Cook Pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the hot skillet. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface, approximately 2-3 minutes, indicating the underside is golden and ready to flip.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: Flip each pancake carefully and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until the second side is golden brown and the pancake is cooked through.
- Stack and Serve: Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter, stacking the pancakes as they are done. Serve warm topped with your favorite toppings such as butter, syrup, or fresh fruit.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon zest and juice for the best brightness and flavor in the pancakes.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes tender and fluffy.
- Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning while ensuring pancakes are cooked through.
- Ricotta adds moisture and richness; if unavailable, substitute with cottage cheese blended smooth, but the texture may vary.
- These pancakes can be kept warm in an oven set to low heat while cooking the remaining batter.
