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Blueberry Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

Blueberry Lemon Ricotta Pancakes are fluffy pancakes made with creamy ricotta, fresh lemon, and juicy blueberries.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American-inspired

Ingredients
  

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Butter or neutral oil for greasing the skillet

Instructions
 

  • Brown the butter. Melt the unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently as it melts, foams, and begins to turn golden brown. After about 4–5 minutes, it should smell pleasantly nutty. Immediately transfer it to a heat-safe bowl and allow it to cool slightly.
  • Combine the dry ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, granulated sugar, and salt.
  • Prepare the wet mixture. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until slightly frothy. Add the ricotta, milk, vanilla extract, lemon zest, lemon juice, and cooled brown butter. Whisk gently until combined.
  • Make the batter. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined. A few small lumps are perfectly fine, so avoid overmixing.
  • Add the blueberries. Gently fold the blueberries into the batter, being careful not to crush them.
  • Preheat the skillet. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the cooking surface with butter or neutral oil.
  • Cook the pancakes. Scoop approximately 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Cook for 2–3 minutes, or until bubbles appear on top and the edges begin to set.
  • Flip and finish. Carefully flip each pancake and cook for approximately 2 minutes on the second side, until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Keep warm and serve. Transfer your Blueberry Lemon Ricotta Pancakes to a plate and loosely cover them while cooking the remaining batter. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Almond milk or oat milk can replace whole milk if preferred. A 1:1 gluten-free flour blend can also replace the all-purpose flour.