Merriam-Webster Inspired Jesting Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-28 · Updated 2026-06-28

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Light and airy ricotta pancakes with a bright lemon zing, perfect for a playful brunch that brings joy to the table. This American-inspired breakfast recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar 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 280 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 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1/4 tsp salt
3/4 cup whole milk
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1 large egg
1 tbsp fresh lemon zest
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp, for cooking unsalted butter
for serving maple syrup

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt until evenly combined.
Step 2: In a separate medium bowl, beat 3/4 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup ricotta cheese, 1 large egg, 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest, and 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice until smooth and slightly frothy.
Step 3: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together until just combined; do not overmix to keep pancakes tender.
Step 4: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter. Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake and cook for about 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes until golden brown.
Step 5: Repeat with remaining batter, adding more butter as needed. Serve pancakes warm with maple syrup drizzled on top.