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Fluffy Lemon Ricotta Pancakes Recipe with Easy Blueberry Compote

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These fluffy lemon ricotta pancakes are airy yet creamy with a bright zing from lemon and a sweet-tart blueberry compote. Perfect for a quick, indulgent breakfast or brunch that feels special without being complicated.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk or part-skim, about 240 ml)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (125 g)
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs, separated
  • ½ cup milk (whole or 2%, about 120 ml)
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for cooking)
  • 1 ½ cups blueberries (fresh or frozen, about 225 g)
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • ½ tsp lemon zest (for compote)
  • 2 tbsp water

Instructions

  1. Separate the eggs carefully, placing whites in one large bowl and yolks in another. Zest and juice your lemon, measure flour, sugar, and baking powder.
  2. Make the blueberry compote: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, maple syrup, lemon zest, and water. Stir occasionally until the berries burst and the mixture thickens slightly (about 8-10 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  4. In the bowl with egg yolks, add ricotta, milk, lemon zest, and fresh lemon juice. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  5. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Gently fold with a spatula until mostly combined; a few lumps are okay.
  6. Using a clean whisk or electric mixer, beat egg whites until soft peaks form (about 3-4 minutes).
  7. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter in two additions, keeping air bubbles intact.
  8. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
  9. Spoon about ¼ cup (60 ml) of batter per pancake onto the skillet.
  10. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface and edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip carefully and cook another 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  11. Stack pancakes, spoon blueberry compote over the top, and serve immediately.

Notes

Whip egg whites separately for extra fluffiness and fold gently to keep air bubbles. Zest lemon right before mixing for maximum fragrance. Keep heat medium to avoid burning pancakes. Pancakes can be kept warm in a low oven (200°F/95°C). Blueberry compote can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week. Leftover pancakes freeze well with parchment paper between layers.

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