Lemon-Basil Ricotta Pancakes with Honey Drizzle

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Fluffy ricotta pancakes infused with fresh lemon zest and basil, finished with a warm honey drizzle for a bright and tender breakfast treat. This American-inspired breakfast recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt.
  2. Step 2: In another bowl, combine 1 cup ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup whole milk, 1 large egg, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest, and 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; the batter will be slightly lumpy.
  4. Step 4: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter. For each pancake, pour 1/4 cup batter onto the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set.
  5. Step 5: Flip carefully and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with remaining butter and batter.
  6. Step 6: Serve the pancakes warm drizzled with 1/4 cup warmed honey and extra basil if desired.

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