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Light, fluffy, and bursting with bright citrus flavor, Lemon Ricotta Pancakes are the kind of breakfast that feels fancy enough for brunch but easy enough for a lazy Saturday morning at home.

The ricotta cheese gives these pancakes an incredibly soft and creamy texture, while the fresh lemon zest adds the perfect pop of sunshine in every bite.

Whether you’re making breakfast for your family, hosting brunch with friends, or just looking for a new pancake recipe to try, these pancakes are guaranteed to become a favorite. Serve them with fresh berries, warm maple syrup, or even a dusting of powdered sugar for the ultimate breakfast treat.

Ricotta Cheese in Pancakes?

I know what you're thinking because I thought it too at first — cheese in pancakes? The ricotta does not give it a savory, cheesy taste at all. In fact, you don't even taste it at all. It adds moisture and makes the pancakes taste creamy and gives them a buttery feel.

Why You’ll Love These Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

• Ultra fluffy texture thanks to creamy ricotta cheese
• Bright and fresh lemon flavor
• Perfect for spring and summer brunches
• Easy to make with simple ingredients
• Delicious with berries, whipped cream, or syrup

Ricotta is a good filler for all kinds of delicious dishes, including these lemon ricotta pancakes. Here are a few favorite recipes of mine that use ricotta cheese.

• Italian Ricotta Cookies
• Whipped Ricotta Dip
• How to Make Your Own Ricotta Cheese

Making these pancakes is simple and easy. The ricotta cheese works like cream cheese in a dish. Other ingredients are vanilla, eggs, baking powder, baking soda, flour, and milk.

If you want them to have that crispy flapjack feel when cooking them, make sure to spray your pan really well with a nonstick cooking spray, like the all-purpose baking spray from La Tourangelle.

If you love pancakes, be sure to check out these Banana Oat Pancakes made with only 3 ingredients.

These pancakes are so good when topped with butter, your favorite fruit, and then drizzled with maple syrup.

Thursday #LemonWeek Recipes

• Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins by Fresh April Flours
• Lemon Chess Pie by Palatable Pastime
• Strawberry Lemonade Bars by Best Cookie Recipes
• Lemon Dump Cake by The Fresh Cooky
• Easy Peasy Lemon Cookies by A Day In The Life On The Farm
• Lemon Cream Cheese Bundt Cake by An Affair From The Heart
• Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken by Lemon Blossoms



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Yield: 6 servings
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

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The creamiest pancakes are filled with lemon flavor. Top with your favorite berries and maple syrup for perfect pancakes every time.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Ingredients
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 1/2 Tbsp granulated sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup milk
• 3/4 cup ricotta
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 - 2 Tbsp lemon zest (
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• Nonstick baking spray
Instructions
1. Place a skillet on medium heat and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
2. In a mixing bowl whisk together all the ingredients. No need to seperate the dry from the wet.
3. Pour 1/3 cup batter into the skillet and cook until bubbles begin to appear on surface and bottom is golden brown, then flip and cook opposite side until golden brown.
4. Serve warm with berries and maple syrup.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 247Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 106mgSodium: 495mgCarbohydrates: 36gFiber: 1gSugar: 10gProtein: 11g
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