Lemon-Scented Ricotta Pancakes with Maple Syrup

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Fluffy ricotta pancakes infused with fresh lemon zest, served warm with pure maple syrup for a bright and comforting breakfast treat. This American-inspired breakfast recipe, ready in about 30 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: 15 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 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt.
  2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup ricotta cheese, 2/3 cup milk, 2 large egg yolks, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients gently until just combined — do not overmix; some lumps are okay.
  4. Step 4: In a clean bowl, beat the 2 large egg whites until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the egg whites into the batter to add lightness.
  5. Step 5: Heat 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Spoon 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set.
  6. Step 6: Flip pancakes and cook an additional 2 minutes until golden and cooked through. Serve immediately with warm pure maple syrup drizzled on top.

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