Imagine waking up to a plate of the most decadent, cloud-like pancakes that melt in your mouth, bursting with bright lemon flavor and creamy ricotta goodness. These aren't just any pancakes - they're a gourmet breakfast experience that transforms an ordinary morning into a culinary celebration. Prepare to elevate your breakfast game with a recipe that's so luxurious, yet surprisingly simple to create, you'll feel like a professional chef in your own kitchen!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup raspberry preserves
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, eggs, milk, sugar, and lemon zest. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This helps ensure a lighter, more even pancake texture.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the pancakes tough. Some small lumps are okay.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter or cooking spray.
- Using a 1/4 cup measure, pour batter onto the hot skillet. Cook until small bubbles form on the surface of the pancake, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully flip the pancake and cook the other side for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Transfer cooked pancakes to a warm plate and cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm while preparing the remaining batter.
- Warm the raspberry preserves in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave until slightly runny.
- Serve the pancakes warm, drizzling raspberry preserves over the top. Optionally, garnish with fresh lemon zest or powdered sugar.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better incorporation.
- Don't Overmix: Treat your batter gently! Overmixing will develop gluten and create tough pancakes. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- Skillet Secrets: Use a non-stick pan or well-seasoned griddle, and keep the heat at medium. Too hot, and you'll burn the outside before the inside cooks.
- Ricotta Quality: Use fresh, high-quality ricotta for the most luxurious texture and flavor.
- Zest Tip: Microplane your lemon zest for the most delicate, fragrant citrus notes.
- Preserve Perfection: Warm raspberry preserves slightly to create a more pourable, glossy topping that enhances the pancakes' flavor.
- Make-Ahead Magic: You can prepare the batter the night before and store it in the refrigerator for quick morning cooking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 13g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 115mg
