Lemon Ricotta Pancakes Berries (Printable)
Light pancakes bursting with lemon and creamy ricotta, topped with fresh mixed berries and a touch of sweetness.
# Ingredient List:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 1 cup ricotta cheese
07 - 3/4 cup whole milk
08 - 2 large eggs, separated
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
10 - Zest of 1 large lemon
11 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For Serving
13 - 1 1/2 cups mixed fresh berries
14 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
15 - Powdered sugar for dusting
# How to Make:
01 - Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl until well blended.
02 - Mix ricotta, milk, egg yolks, melted butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla in a separate bowl until smooth and creamy.
03 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Small lumps are acceptable; do not overmix.
04 - Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat egg whites in a clean bowl until soft peaks form when whisk is lifted.
05 - Gently fold beaten egg whites into batter using a spatula, cutting through the center and lifting from the bottom until just incorporated.
06 - Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat until hot. Lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.
07 - Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on surface and edges appear set. Flip and cook 1-2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
08 - Stack warm pancakes on plates. Top generously with fresh mixed berries, drizzle with maple syrup or honey, and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
# Helpful Tips:
01 -
- The ricotta keeps them incredibly moist while the lemon zest brightens every single bite
- They are elegant enough for brunch but simple enough for a Tuesday morning
02 -
- Overmixing the batter will make these tough and rubbery instead of tender
- The egg whites must be folded in gently or you will lose all the air you just worked to create
03 -
- Room temperature ingredients blend together more smoothly and create a better texture
- Use a microplane to get the most flavorful zest without any bitter pith