Description
These Lemon Ricotta Protein Pancakes are a delicious and nutritious breakfast option, combining creamy ricotta, zesty lemon, and protein powder to create fluffy pancakes with a refreshing citrus twist. Perfect for a healthy start to your day, they are quick to make and pair wonderfully with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk (any variety)
Dry Ingredients
- 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together ricotta cheese, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and milk until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring the flavors are well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sift in the protein powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt into the wet mixture. Gently fold the ingredients with a spatula until just combined, taking care not to overmix to keep the pancakes light and fluffy.
- Preheat Skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter, oil, or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook Pancakes (First Side): Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges begin to set, indicating readiness to flip.
- Cook Pancakes (Second Side): Flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until the other side is golden brown and the pancakes are cooked through.
- Serve: Serve the pancakes warm with your choice of toppings such as maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped ricotta, or a drizzle of honey for added sweetness and flavor.
Notes
- For fluffier pancakes, do not overmix the batter; fold gently until just combined.
- Use fresh lemon zest and juice for the best citrus flavor.
- You can substitute milk with any plant-based milk to make it dairy-free, but ricotta cheese remains a key ingredient.
- Adjust the cooking heat if pancakes brown too quickly before cooking through.
- Protein powder can be vanilla or unflavored based on preference.
