Citrusy Italian Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Blueberry Compote

Name: Citrusy Italian Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Blueberry Compote
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Breakfast
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 tbsp baking powder; 2 tbsp sugar; 1/4 tsp salt; 1 cup ricotta cheese; 3/4 cup milk; 3 large eggs, separated; Zest of 2 lemons; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1 tbsp vanilla extract; Butter or oil for cooking; 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries; 1/4 cup sugar; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp lemon zest

Fluffy pancakes with a tangy twist, topped with a luscious blueberry sauce.

This delightful Italian twist on a breakfast classic combines the creaminess of ricotta and the zestiness of lemon, perfectly complemented by a sweet and tart blueberry compote.

45 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 tbsp baking powder

2 tbsp sugar

1/4 tsp salt

1 cup ricotta cheese

3/4 cup milk

3 large eggs, separated

Zest of 2 lemons

1/4 cup lemon juice

1 tbsp vanilla extract

Butter or oil for cooking

For the Blueberry Compote

2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries

1/4 cup sugar

2 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp lemon zest

Preparation

Preparing the Pancake Batter

Combine dry ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

Combine wet ingredients

In another bowl, combine ricotta, milk, egg yolks, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.

Use fresh ricotta for the creamiest pancakes.

Beat egg whites

In a third bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.

Combining Ingredients for Pancakes

Mix batter

Add the ricotta mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

Fold in egg whites

Gently fold in the egg whites until the batter is smooth and fluffy.

Do not overmix the batter to keep it airy. Pro Tip: Let the batter rest for a few minutes to enhance fluffiness.

Cooking Process

Batter Cooking

Pour 1/4 cup batter onto a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat. Cook until bubbles form on top.

Pancake Flipping

Flip and cook the other side until golden brown. Repeat with remaining batter.

Compote Making

In a saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and zest. Cook over medium heat until thickened.

Plating & Serving