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Fluffy Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

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Light and fluffy pancakes with a fresh lemon zest and creamy ricotta, perfect for an easy and flavorful brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (250g) ricotta cheese, whole milk recommended
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) milk, whole or 2%
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest (from 1 large lemon)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Unsalted butter, for the pan and serving

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until evenly distributed.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk ricotta cheese, milk, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth. Some lumps in ricotta are fine.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until just combined. The batter should be thick and slightly lumpy; do not overmix.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small pat of unsalted butter and swirl to coat the surface. The pan is ready when a drop of water sizzles on contact.
  5. Scoop about ¼ cup (60ml) batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Flip carefully and cook the other side for another 2 minutes or until golden. Adjust heat as needed to avoid burning.
  7. Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and keep warm in a low oven (around 200°F/95°C) while finishing the rest.
  8. Serve warm with butter, maple syrup, honey, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes fluffy. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking to activate baking powder. Use fresh lemon zest for best flavor. If batter is too thick, add a tablespoon of milk; if too runny, add a little flour. Keep cooked pancakes warm in a 200°F oven. Can substitute gluten-free flour or vegan ingredients as noted.

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