Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes with Homemade Blueberry Syrup

⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes • 🍳 Cook Time: 20 minutes

Start your spring brunch with a sunny stack of lemon-ricotta pancakes, drizzled with luscious homemade blueberry syrup!

These fluffy lemon-ricotta pancakes are a delightful nod to the freshness of spring. The creamy richness of ricotta and the zestiness of lemon fuse together to create a pancake that's light yet indulgent. Topped with a sweet and tangy homemade blueberry syrup, this dish is sure to bring smiles to your table. Serve these at your next brunch and watch them become the new favorite among your friends!

Ingredients

🍽️ Servings: 8 • 🔥 Calories/Serving: 280

For the Pancakes:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Blueberry Syrup:
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- Juice of 1/2 lemon

Steps

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 2

Cook for 10 minutes, mashing some of the berries to release their juices.

Step 3

Stir in lemon juice, simmer for another 5 minutes, then remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Step 4

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

Step 5

In another bowl, mix ricotta cheese, milk, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.

Step 6

Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.

Step 7

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil.

Step 8

Pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake and cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Flip and cook for another 2 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 10

Stack the pancakes and drizzle with homemade blueberry syrup. Add a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar if desired.

Make it your own!

Add Nuts: Sprinkle toasted almonds or walnuts on top for a crunchy texture.
Berry Variations: Substitute blueberries in the syrup with raspberries or blackberries for a different twist.
Extra Creaminess: Serve with extra ricotta mixed with a bit of honey on the side for spreading.