Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

Ashley Manila

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes are soft, fluffy, and made from scratch. Lemon juice and lemon zest in the pancake batter ensure these pancakes are bursting with flavor. Always a hit for breakfast or brunch, especially when topped with melted butter, maple syrup, whipped cream, or lemon curd.

4.94 from 49 votes

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings 10 large pancakes

Ingredients

2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs room temperature
1 and 1/2 cups (340ml) whole milk
1 cup (227g) full-fat ricotta cheese
1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup (57ml) fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoon lemon zest
Maple syrup or fresh whipped cream, for serving

Instructions

In a large bowl add the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; whisk well to combine.
In a separate bowl add the eggs and lightly beat them with a whisk. Add in the milk, ricotta, and vanilla and beat until well combined.
Stir this wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring just until everything is combined. Quickly fold in the lemon juice and zest, stirring until evenly combined. Be careful not to over mix the batter.
Pour batter by 1/3 cupfuls onto a buttered hot pan or griddle, adding only a few at a time so that they do not blend together. Cook for about 3 minutes before flipping them over, or until small bubbles form on top. Cook on the second side until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Repeat with all pancake batter. Serve pancakes warm, with syrup or whipped cream. See notes for freezing options.

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Notes

To freeze: place cooled pancakes between layers of waxed paper, then place them in a freezer-safe plastic bag, squeezing out any excess air before sealing the bag and placing it in the freezer. Pancakes will keep in the freezer for 2 months. To reheat, heat your oven to 375 degrees (F). Place the pancakes in a single layer on a large baking pan; cover with tinfoil and heat in a preheated oven for 6-8 minutes, or until warm. You may also microwave 3-4 pancakes at a time for about 40 seconds, or until heated through.

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