Pan-Fried Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Blueberry Compote

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Light ricotta pancakes infused with fresh lemon zest, pan-fried to golden perfection and topped with a tangy blueberry compote. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 30 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 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup ricotta cheese, 1 large egg, 1/3 cup milk, and 1 tbsp lemon zest until smooth.
  2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, sift 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt.
  3. Step 3: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the ricotta mixture until just combined — do not overmix.
  4. Step 4: Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter until foaming.
  5. Step 5: Drop 1/4 cup batter per pancake into the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until bubbles form and edges look set; flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Step 6: Transfer pancakes to a warm plate and repeat with remaining batter, adding 1 tbsp butter to the skillet before the last batch.
  7. Step 7: Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup fresh blueberries, 2 tbsp maple syrup, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Simmer for 5 minutes until blueberries burst and the mixture thickens slightly.
  8. Step 8: Serve pancakes stacked with warm blueberry compote spooned over the top.

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