Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Pancake Mix

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes stacked on each other on a white plate with syrup being drizzle over top.

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Pancake Mix

Lemon ricotta pancakes are a delicious breakfast or brunch treat that combines the tanginess of lemon with the creaminess of ricotta cheese. Here, they are even easier to make using store-bought or homemade pancake mix.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings servings

Calories 353kcal

Author Angela Allison

Equipment

large non-stick skillet or griddle

Ingredients

1 ¼ cups milk (2% or whole milk)
1 cup ricotta cheese, drained
2 large eggs
1 large lemon, zested and juiced
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 ¼ cups pancake mix
butter for pan
maple syrup for serving

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, milk, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Add in the pancake mix and whisk until combined, being careful not to over mix the batter (a few lumps are fine).
Preheat a griddle or a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter to the surface to prevent sticking.
Once the griddle or skillet is hot, pour about ¼ cup of the pancake batter onto the cooking surface for each pancake. You can make the pancakes as small or as large as you prefer.
Cook the pancakes for about 2-3 minutes on the first side or until bubbles start to form on the surface. Flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Serve lemon ricotta pancakes warm with a drizzle of maple syrup. Recipe makes about twelve 5-inch pancakes.

Notes

Ricotta: you can use either whole milk or part skim ricotta cheese for these pancakes. Be sure to drain off any excess liquid from the ricotta before using.
Lemon: one large lemon will give you about 2 teaspoons of zest and ¼ cup of liquid. Feel free to use more or less lemon as desired.
Pancake Mix: this recipe works great with all brands of store-bought pancake mix or you can make your own to have on hand with this easy recipe for Homemade Pancake Mix.
Leftovers: store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator. You can reheat in the microwave or in the oven.

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