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Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Blueberry

Indulgent Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Blueberry Bliss

These Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Blueberry are fluffy, flavorful, and perfect for brunch.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Blueberry Compote
  • 2 cups Fresh Blueberries Use fresh or frozen, do not thaw if using frozen.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Fresh lemons offer the best taste.
  • 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh lemons offer the best taste.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste depending on blueberry sweetness.
Pancakes
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 2 tablespoon Baking Powder Leavens the pancakes.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Can be omitted.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Cottage cheese can substitute.
  • 2 pcs Eggs
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Almond milk can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Spray For greasing the pan.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Griddle
  • Whisk

Method
 

Blueberry Compote
  1. In a small saucepan, combine fresh blueberries, lemon juice, lemon zest, and granulated sugar over medium-low heat. Stir gently and allow the mixture to simmer until blueberries soften, about 10-15 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and let it cool.
Pancake Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, nutmeg, salt, and sugar until combined.
  2. In another bowl, mix ricotta cheese, eggs, milk, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
  3. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mix.
Cooking Pancakes
  1. Heat a non-stick griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with baking spray.
  2. Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the hot griddle. Cook for 3-4 minutes until bubbles form, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Serving
  1. Stack pancakes on a warm plate, top with blueberry compote, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 2pancakesCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 160mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

For best results, whisk ricotta until smooth and don't overmix the batter. Fresh ingredients are key for optimal flavor.

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