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Irresistible Lemon Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes

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These lemon blueberry ricotta pancakes combine fresh lemon zest, juicy blueberries, and creamy ricotta cheese for a moist, fluffy, and flavorful breakfast treat that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1 cup (250g) ricotta cheese, whole milk preferred
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ¾ cup (180ml) milk, whole or 2%
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh blueberries, washed and dried
  • Butter or oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until evenly combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Add ricotta cheese, milk, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir gently until combined, avoiding overmixing.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and fold together with a whisk or spatula until just combined. The batter should be slightly lumpy.
  4. Gently fold in the fresh blueberries, taking care not to crush them.
  5. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small pat of butter or a light brush of oil and let it melt evenly.
  6. Pour about ¼ cup (60ml) of batter onto the pan for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set. Flip carefully and cook for another 2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Adjust heat as needed.
  7. Serve the pancakes warm, stacked with your favorite syrup, powdered sugar, extra blueberries, and lemon slices if desired.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes fluffy. Use room temperature eggs and milk for better batter consistency. Preheat the pan properly to avoid undercooked or dry pancakes. Use fresh blueberries or thaw and drain frozen ones to prevent soggy batter. Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven (200°F/90°C) while finishing the batch.

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