Lemon (or Lime or Orange) Ricotta Pancakes

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Lemon (or Lime or Orange) Ricotta Pancakes
45 min.
12
296kcal

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Wake up your mornings with the delightful and refreshing taste of Lemon (or Lime or Orange) Ricotta Pancakes! These pancakes are not just delicious; they offer a burst of citrus flavor that brightens your day, making them the perfect choice for brunch or breakfast gatherings. Imagine fluffy pancakes infused with the zesty notes of your favorite citrus fruit, complemented by the creamy richness of whole-milk ricotta cheese. This unique twist on classic pancakes brings a gourmet flair to your morning meal, sure to impress family and friends alike.

Not only are these pancakes a treat for the taste buds, but they are also vegetarian and can easily be tailored to suit various dietary preferences. The combination of warm maple syrup drizzled over the airy pancakes and the generous touch of butter creates a mouthwatering experience that's hard to resist. Plus, with a recipe that serves up to 12 people, it's an excellent choice for brunch parties, family breakfasts, or weekend gatherings.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you'll find it easy to whip up a batch of these indulgent pancakes. So gather your ingredients, channel your inner chef, and enjoy cooking these delightful pancakes that will have your loved ones coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 12 servings butter for the griddle and for serving
  •  lemon zest 
  • 12 servings warm grade b maple syrup for serving
  • cups pancake batter frozen thawed (such as Aunt Jemima batter, , or scratch batter)
  • 12 servings vegetable oil; peanut oil preferred for the griddle
  • 0.7 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese fresh

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Stir the pancake batter and citrus zest together in a bowl.
  2. Ever so gently fold in the ricotta cheese, taking care not to destroy its texture.
  3. Prepare the griddle.
  4. Drop the pancake batter on the griddle according to the instructions and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until bubbles appear on almost the entire surface of the pancakes.
  5. Turn and very gently tap the pancakes with a metal spatula to make them uniform in thickness.
  6. Cook until the second side is golden, about 2 minutes, and serve A-side up.
  7. Taste
  8. Book, using the USDA Nutrition Database
  9. From Eat Me by Kenny Shopsin Copyright (c) 2008 by Kenny Shopshin Published by Knopf.Kenny Shopsin is a self-taught chef who has developed his own inimitable style: he colors outside of the lines and then uses the crayons in his pancakes. He lives in Greenwich Village.Carolynn Carreño is a James Beard Award–winning journalist and the coauthor of 100 Ways to Be Pasta, Once Upon a Tart, and A Twist of the Wrist. She lives in Los Angeles and New York.

Nutrition Facts

Calories296kcal
Protein4.98%
Fat62.45%
Carbs32.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.21
Glycemic Load
4.92
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.4569565627886%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:295.86kcal
14.79%
Fat:20.56g
31.63%
Saturated Fat:5.6g
35.01%
Carbohydrates:24.12g
8.04%
Net Carbohydrates:23.4g
8.51%
Sugar:12.47g
13.85%
Cholesterol:36.01mg
12%
Sodium:212.49mg
9.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.69g
7.37%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.28%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.03%
Vitamin E:2.32mg
15.44%
Calcium:116.08mg
11.61%
Phosphorus:103.04mg
10.3%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.29%
Selenium:3.24µg
4.63%
Vitamin A:206.7IU
4.13%
Potassium:112.47mg
3.21%
Folate:11.98µg
2.99%
Magnesium:11.6mg
2.9%
Fiber:0.72g
2.89%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.61%
Iron:0.46mg
2.54%
Vitamin B3:0.42mg
2.11%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.98%
Vitamin C:1.49mg
1.8%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.8%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.73%
Source:Epicurious