Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Sicilian Lemon White Balsamic

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes at The Little Shop of Olive Oils

If you love a breakfast that feels a little special without being too complicated, these Lemon Ricotta Pancakes are such a lovely one to make. They’re soft, tender, and full of fresh lemon flavor with a light texture that makes them perfect for brunch, holidays, or a slow weekend morning at home.

For this recipe, I like using our Sicilian Lemon White Balsamic because it adds bright citrus flavor without making the batter feel too heavy. Paired with creamy ricotta, it gives these pancakes a fresh, delicate flavor that feels just right for spring and summer mornings.

These pancakes are especially nice for Mother’s Day brunch, baby showers, or any gathering where you want something homemade that feels thoughtful and a little elevated. A dusting of powdered sugar, a few lemon slices, and fresh berries on the side are all you need to make them feel extra pretty on the table.

If you enjoy easy brunch recipes and simple ways to use flavored balsamic in the kitchen, this is such a good one to keep on hand. They’re light, lemony, and just a little different from your everyday pancake recipe.

Why You’ll Love These Pancakes

  • Soft, fluffy, and full of fresh lemon flavor
  • Made with creamy ricotta for a tender texture
  • A bright way to use Sicilian Lemon White Balsamic
  • Perfect for brunch, holidays, and spring mornings
  • Easy enough for home, pretty enough for guests

The Sicilian Lemon White Balsamic adds a bright citrus note that works beautifully with the creamy ricotta and gives these pancakes a fresh, clean lemon flavor in every bite.

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

These Lemon Ricotta Pancakes are soft, fluffy, and full of bright citrus flavor from Sicilian Lemon White Balsamic. Made with creamy ricotta and simple pantry ingredients, they’re a lovely choice for brunch, Mother’s Day, holidays, or any morning when you want something fresh and homemade.

Author
The Little Shop of Olive Oils
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Servings
4
Category

Main Courses

Cuisine
International

Ingredients

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons Sicilian Lemon White Balsamic
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • Butter or neutral oil for the pan
  • Powdered sugar for serving
  • Lemon slices for garnish
  • Fresh berries or maple syrup, optional for serving

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the ricotta, milk, eggs, Sicilian Lemon White Balsamic, vanilla, and lemon zest until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Gently stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients just until combined. Do not overmix. A few small lumps are fine.
  4. Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
  5. Scoop about 1/4 cup batter for each pancake onto the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until bubbles begin to form and the edges look set.
  6. Flip and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, until golden and cooked through.
  7. Serve warm with powdered sugar, lemon slices, and fresh berries or maple syrup if desired.

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