Lemon Ricotta Celebration Pancakes are moist, tender, and fantastically fluffy. Ricotta and extra egg yolks give these pancakes a luscious, rich flavor without any butter!
LEMON RICOTTA CELEBRATION PANCAKES
The texture of these Lemon Ricotta Celebration Pancakes is fluffy and soft. As well, they have a great flavor.
I think they’re exceptionally pretty and festive when you top them with whipped cream, fresh fruit, lemon slices, and powdered sugar. Such a fun take on traditional pancakes.
Other fun toppings to try
- Pecan Pie Caramel Sauce
- Blueberry Dessert Sauce
- Fresh Strawberry Sauce
- Fresh peaches and whipped cream would be good.
- Brown sugar sauce
- Buttermilk Syrup
- Banana slices with Peanut Butter Glaze
- Caramel sauce and banana slices
- Chocolate sauce
- Nutella sauce
INGREDIENTS FOR LEMON RICOTTA CELEBRATION PANCAKES
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- All-purpose flour.
- Baking powder.
- Baking soda.
- Salt.
- Milk.
- Ricotta cheese. Ricotta is a good source of protein so you’ll get an extra bump of protein to start your day with this recipe. However, ricotta is also high in lactose. Therefore, this recipe as written is not a good option if you’re lactose intolerant. (I did a quick internet search and found this recipe for Dairy-Free Ricotta. I did not test this recipe.)
- Eggs.
- Lemon juice.
- Vanilla extract.
- Lemon extract.
CAN I SUBSTITUTE SOMETHING ELSE FOR THE MILK?
Yes, you can. You can use almond or coconut milk instead. However, this will alter the taste and texture a bit.
WHY ARE MY LEMON RICOTTA CELEBRATION PANCAKES TOUGH?
More than likely you overmixed the batter. Take care to not overmix the batter once all the ingredients have been added. Over mixing can cause the gluten to overdevelop, resulting in tough pancakes.
It’s ok, in fact, it’s better if the batter is a little lumpy.
CAN I MAKE THESE PANCAKES AHEAD OF TIME AND REHEAT THEM?
These pancakes are best eaten while they’re hot and fresh. However, you can reheat them. Pancakes may be stored in an airtight container or baggie in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat them in the microwave whenever you’re ready.
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Lemon Ricotta Celebration Pancakes
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Save To Your Recipe BoxIngredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups milk
- 16 ounces ricotta cheese
- ⅓ cup lemon juice
- 3 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon lemon extract
- Toppings: Powdered sugar, Lemon slices, Blueberries, or strawberries
Instructions
- Difficulty level: Easy
- In a large mixing bowl whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and baking powder. In a separate mixing bowl combine milk, ricotta cheese, lemon juice, eggs, vanilla, and lemon extract and mix until combined. Add the wet ingredients to the flour mixture and whisk to combine. If lumps remain, that is fine.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat. Once the pan is hot, spray with baking spray. Spoon about ½ cup of batter onto the center of the heated pan. Let cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the edges appear cooked and the bubbles in the center of the pancake have begun to burst. Flip the pancake over and let cool for another 1-2 minutes. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter. Top with whipped cream, powdered sugar, lemon slices, and fresh berries.
- Only flip once and you're pancake will be fluffier.
Notes
Nutrition
Amber @ Dessert Now, Dinner Later! says
Great additions to make it healthy! Thanks for sharing at Sweet & Savory Saturdays #14.
Paula says
Thank you, Amber
Cynthia L. says
I have a partner who would eat anything with sprinkles in it! These pancakes look great!
Thanks for sharing at the In and Out of the Kitchen link party!
Cynthia at http://FeedingBig.com
Vonnie says
Love this recipe! Stopping by via Can’t Figure Out Monday Linky Party…..
~Vonnie @ http://www.searchwithvonni.com
Julie @ This Gal Cooks says
Ooo so is your one year coming up as well? Mine is next month. June 6th to be exact. 🙂
Paula says
It was actually in March, Julie. I had the changeover from blogger to WordPress and didn’t do anything major.
Kaz @ Melting Moments says
Well done on the great recipe and tricking your boys!
Paula says
Ha! thank you!!
lisa@cookingwithcurls says
You’re so tricky:) Have you written your acceptance speech yet? LOL
Paula says
hehehe! I was so proud of myself for getting away w/it!