Lemon Ricotta Pancakes Berries (Printable)
Fluffy lemon ricotta pancakes paired with fresh mixed berries and a drizzle of maple syrup.
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# How to Make:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg yolks, milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Whisk until completely smooth and creamy.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until thoroughly incorporated.
03 - Gently fold the dry ingredients into the ricotta mixture using a spatula. Mix until just combined—small lumps are acceptable. Do not overmix as this will toughen the pancakes.
04 - In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites with a hand mixer or stand mixer until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped whites into the batter using a spatula, being careful to maintain the airy texture.
05 - Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Brush lightly with butter to coat the surface.
06 - Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes until bubbles form across the surface and edges appear set. Flip carefully and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
07 - Transfer cooked pancakes to a serving plate and cover loosely to keep warm. Continue cooking remaining batter, adding butter to the skillet as needed between batches.
08 - Stack pancakes on individual plates. Top generously with fresh mixed berries, drizzle with maple syrup or honey, dust with powdered sugar if desired, and finish with a sprinkle of lemon zest for brightness.
# Helpful Tips:
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- The ricotta creates an incredibly tender crumb that practically melts on your tongue, unlike any pancake youve had before
- That lemon brightness cuts through the richness just enough to keep you coming back for bite after bite without feeling weighed down
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- The egg whites might feel like an unnecessary step until you taste the difference they make, so please dont skip them
- Overmixing once the flour is added will make these tough, so treat the batter gently and stop as soon as everything is incorporated
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- Room temperature ingredients blend together more seamlessly, so set everything out about thirty minutes before you start
- A cast iron skillet creates the most beautiful golden crust, though nonstick works perfectly well too