Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 people
Level
medium
Rating
These light and airy pancakes rely on creamy ricotta cheese to create a rich, custard-like texture that sets them apart from the standard boxed mix. Brightened with fresh lemon zest and served with a quick homemade blueberry sauce, they make for an elegant yet easy weekend breakfast.
To make the compote, combine blueberries, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons of maple syrup in a small saucepan. Simmer over low heat for 5-8 minutes until the berries burst and the sauce thickens slightly. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese, eggs, milk, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and remaining lemon juice until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until just combined. The batter will be thick and slightly lumpy; do not overmix or the pancakes will be tough.
Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and grease lightly with butter or oil.
Pour approximately 1/3 cup of batter per pancake onto the hot skillet. Do not crowd the pan.
Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges begin to set.
Flip carefully and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the other side is golden brown and the pancake is cooked through.
Serve immediately, topped with the warm blueberry compote.

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