Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our ricotta pancakes, a harmonious blend of soft, fluffy pancakes and a refreshing lemon syrup. These pancakes are not just any ordinary breakfast; they are an exquisite symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. The ricotta cheese imparts a delicate richness to the pancakes, while the lemon syrup adds a vibrant citrusy zing that perfectly complements the pancakes' tender sweetness. You'll also find a delectable variation of this recipe using tangy orange syrup instead of lemon, offering a delightful twist on the classic combination. Whether you prefer the classic lemon or the zesty orange, these ricotta pancakes are sure to become a cherished favorite in your kitchen.
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LEMON-RICOTTA PANCAKES
If these pancakes were any lighter, they would float off the plate--and I didn't even separate the eggs and whip the whites. Also, I used water instead of milk--and I liked them better that way. I like to serve these with a pat of butter, a pinch of lemon zest, and a drizzle of maple syrup.
Provided by Chef John
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Pancake Recipes
Time 31m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk water and baking soda together in a mixing bowl. Add ricotta cheese, lemon zest, vegetables oil, sugar, egg, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth, breaking up lumps of cheese as you mix. Add melted butter, lemon juice, and 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons self-rising flour. Whisk together, stirring until most of flour disappears into the batter.
- Let batter sit at room temperature about 15 minutes.
- Heat lightly greased cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Portion out 1/4 cup scoops of batter onto skillet (cook in batches). When bubbles begin to form on the surface and the edges of the pancakes start to look dry (2 to 3 minutes), flip and cook other side until cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a warm plate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 553.8 calories, Carbohydrate 62.8 g, Cholesterol 141.2 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 1399.4 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
FLUFFY LEMON RICOTTA PANCAKES WITH BLUEBERRY SAUCE
Provided by Kardea Brown
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 10 to 12 pancakes
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the blueberry sauce: Place the blueberries in a small saucepan. Add 1/2 cup water, then stir in the honey. Heat over medium-high heat until the mixture comes to a low boil and the blueberries just start to break apart. Dissolve the cornstarch in 2 tablespoons cold water in a small bowl, then add the slurry to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a rolling boil. Turn the heat down and simmer on low heat until the sauce is nicely thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice. Set aside until ready to serve. (See Cook's Note.)
- For the pancakes: Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the ricotta, milk, vanilla, eggs and lemon zest and juice in a separate medium bowl. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon until just combined.
- Preheat the oven to 175 degrees F.
- Heat about a tablespoon each vegetable oil and butter in a large nonstick skillet (I prefer cast-iron) over medium heat. When the butter is foamy, reduce the heat to medium-low and ladle a heaping 1/4 cup pancake batter into the skillet. Repeat to make 2 more pancakes. Cook until bubbles start to form in the batter and the pancakes are golden underneath, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook the other sides until golden, another 3 minutes. Place the finished pancakes on a sheet tray and hold the oven while you finish cooking the remaining batter, adding more oil and butter as necessary. Serve warm with the blueberry sauce.
LEMON RICOTTA PANCAKES WITH BLUEBERRY SAUCE
These pancakes are light and don't leave you feeling too full. The blueberry sauce is easy, healthy, bright, and perfect on top of these pancakes. Top the pancakes with blueberry sauce or maple syrup.
Provided by hopefuleesoon
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Pancake Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix 2 tablespoons lemon juice and cornstarch together in a bowl until cornstarch dissolves.
- Stir blueberries and 3 tablespoons sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Pour cornstarch mixture into blueberry mixture; cook and stir until mixture thickens slightly. Cover saucepan and remove from heat.
- Whisk ricotta cheese, milk, eggs, sugar, juice from 1 lemon, lemon zest, nutmeg, and salt together in a bowl until well blended. Add flour and baking powder; whisk to combine.
- Heat a lightly oiled griddle or skillet over medium-high heat. Drop batter in 1/4 cup portions onto the griddle and cook until bubbles form and the edges are dry. Flip and cook until browned on the other side. Repeat with remaining batter. Top pancakes with blueberry sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.9 calories, Carbohydrate 57.7 g, Cholesterol 85.1 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 560.2 mg, Sugar 27.7 g
THE BEST RICOTTA PANCAKES
This is a well loved recipe! I have an old, small crumpled piece of paper with this recipe hand written out from some years ago, not sure where it came from! I have my own scribbles and scratches on it, so I must have changed it somewhere in time, but this is how I have been making it the last 10 years. It is our favorite pancake recipe. So light, a little tangy, and very satisfying. Perfect with some fresh blueberries or strawberries.
Provided by WestCoastMom
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Pancake Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat a griddle to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) or place a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.
- Stir ricotta cheese, milk, and egg yolks together in a bowl until combined.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl; stir in ricotta mixture.
- Whisk egg whites in a bowl until frothy; fold into ricotta mixture.
- Oil preheated griddle with about 1 teaspoon canola oil; pour 1/4 cup batter onto hot griddle for each pancake. Cook until evenly golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes; turn and cook until evenly golden on other side, 1 to 2 minutes more. Repeat with remaining batter, oiling griddle between batches.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.2 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 38.4 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 98.5 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
LEMON RICOTTA PANCAKES
This quick batter cooks into the most tender pancakes for the most comforting breakfast. Milky ricotta and butter, along with tangy buttermilk, lend a soft, sweet creaminess, and well-beaten eggs keep them fluffy and light. Lemon- and vanilla-scented sugar makes the pancakes sweet enough to eat on their own, but they're fun to serve with blueberry syrup or your favorite toppings. If you prefer soufflé-like pancakes, separate the whites from the yolks and beat them to stiff peaks. Mix the yolks in with the wet ingredients, fold the whipped whites in after the dry ingredients are incorporated and cook as directed below.
Provided by Genevieve Ko
Categories pancakes, main course
Time 20m
Yield 8 to 10 small pancakes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk the flour, baking powder and salt in a small bowl. Heat a griddle or large nonstick pan or well-seasoned cast-iron skillet over medium-low.
- Add the sugar to a large bowl, then finely grate the zest of the lemon directly over the sugar. Using your fingers, gently rub the zest into the sugar. Add the vanilla and whisk to evenly moisten. Add the eggs and whisk until foamy on top, then add the ricotta, buttermilk and butter, and whisk until well blended. Add the flour mixture and gently stir until no traces of flour remain.
- Generously butter the griddle, then drop a scant 1/4 cup batter onto it. Repeat, spacing the rounds at least an inch apart. Cook until the bottoms are golden brown and the tops are bubbling, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and cook until the other sides are golden brown, about 2 minutes more. Repeat with more butter and the remaining batter. Serve warm, slathered with butter and blueberry syrup or other toppings if you'd like.
Tips:
- Use fresh ricotta cheese. Fresh ricotta cheese is creamier and has a milder flavor than store-bought ricotta cheese. If you can, make your own ricotta cheese at home. It's easy to do and only takes a few hours.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the pancakes tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
- Cook the pancakes over medium heat. Cooking the pancakes over medium heat will help them to cook evenly without burning.
- Serve the pancakes with lemon syrup. Lemon syrup is the perfect complement to ricotta pancakes. It's tangy and sweet, and it balances out the richness of the pancakes.
Conclusion:
Ricotta pancakes are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. They're perfect for a lazy weekend morning or a special occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make ricotta pancakes that are light, fluffy, and packed with flavor. So next time you're looking for a new pancake recipe, give ricotta pancakes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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