Ring Subscription-Free Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

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Fluffy, tangy pancakes made with pantry staples—no recurring fees required, just perfect golden-brown crepes with a bright lemon-ricotta filling. This American-inspired breakfast recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, baking powder, kosher 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: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and lemon zest. Gradually pour wet ingredients into dry while stirring until just combined—do not overmix.
  2. Step 2: Stir in ricotta cheese until fully incorporated, creating a thick batter.
  3. Step 3: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat and coat lightly with butter. Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake and cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set.
  4. Step 4: Flip pancakes and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with remaining batter.
  5. Step 5: Serve warm topped with powdered sugar and a drizzle of lemon syrup (simmer 1 tbsp lemon juice with 1 tbsp sugar for 2 minutes).

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