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Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Berry Compote

These Lemon Ricotta Pancakes are light, fluffy, and packed with bright citrus flavor. Ricotta cheese adds richness without heaviness, while the warm berry compote takes them over the top. A perfect brunch treat to pamper Mom.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 1056 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Pancakes:
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Butter or oil for cooking
  • Berry Compote:

Instructions
 

  • 1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (optional for thickening)
  • 🥣 Instructions:
  • Make the compote: In a small saucepan, combine berries, sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer over medium heat for 8–10 minutes, until berries break down. If thicker compote is desired, stir in cornstarch slurry and simmer 1–2 minutes more. Set aside.
  • Mix wet ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together ricotta, milk, eggs, lemon zest, and vanilla.
  • Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • Combine wet and dry: Gently stir the dry ingredients into the ricotta mixture until just combined.
  • Cook: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease and spoon about 1/4 cup batter per pancake. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden and fluffy.
  • Serve: Top pancakes with warm berry compote and a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream.

Notes

Don’t overmix the batter—lumps are okay!
Use lemon curd or maple syrup as a topping alternative.
These pancakes freeze well and reheat beautifully.

Cooks Tips

Cooks Tips
Serve with a mimosa or a glass of fresh-squeezed orange juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 3pancakesCalories: 1056kcalCarbohydrates: 125gProtein: 47gFat: 39gSaturated Fat: 24gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 148mgSodium: 1286mgPotassium: 676mgFiber: 3gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 1400IUCalcium: 993mgIron: 7mg
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