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Lemon ricotta pancakes that will brighten your morning!

Lemon ricotta pancakes

Lemon ricotta pancakes are fluffy, light, and bursting with citrus flavor, perfect for a bright morning.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Butter or oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, eggs, sugar, milk, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little butter or oil.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
  6. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on the other side.
  7. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter or oil as needed.
  8. Serve warm with maple syrup or fresh fruit.

Notes

  • For extra lemon flavor, add more lemon zest.
  • These pancakes can be made ahead and reheated in the toaster.
  • Serve with whipped cream for a decadent touch.

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