Amazing 10 Ricotta Lemon Pancakes Secrets
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Enjoy light, fluffy pancakes brightened with fresh lemon zest and creamy ricotta cheese. This recipe makes breakfast feel special.
- Author: Hannah Rodger
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 8 medium pancakes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Griddle/Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 large eggs, separated
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons melted butter, plus more for the griddle
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the ricotta cheese, egg yolks, sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Stir the melted butter into the ricotta mixture.
- In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the beaten egg whites until no streaks remain. A few lumps are okay.
- Heat a lightly buttered griddle or large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Pour batter onto the griddle to form pancakes, about 1/4 cup each.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Use whole milk ricotta for the best texture.
- Do not overmix the batter after adding the egg whites; this keeps your pancakes light.
- For extra lemon flavor, you can serve these with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 100mg