Lemon-Infused Ricotta Pancakes with Blueberry Compote

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-14 · Updated 2026-07-14

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Fluffy ricotta pancakes flavored with fresh lemon zest, topped with a warm blueberry compote for a bright and satisfying breakfast. This American-inspired breakfast recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, layers ricotta cheese, all-purpose flour, baking powder 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: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1/4 tsp salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
1 tbsp fresh lemon zest
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
2 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt.
Step 2: In another bowl, beat 2 large eggs, then stir in 1 cup ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup whole milk, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest until smooth.
Step 3: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; batter will be thick.
Step 4: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter until foaming.
Step 5: Spoon 1/4 cup batter per pancake into the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until edges set and bubbles form on top. Flip pancakes and cook another 2 minutes until golden and cooked through. Repeat with remaining butter and batter.
Step 6: For blueberry compote, combine 1 cup blueberries, 2 tbsp maple syrup, and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until blueberries soften and the mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
Step 7: Serve pancakes warm topped with blueberry compote.