Lemon Ricotta Fluffy Pancakes (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Batter

01 - 125 g all-purpose flour
02 - 13 g granulated sugar
03 - 4 g baking powder
04 - 2 g baking soda
05 - 1 g salt
06 - 125 g ricotta cheese
07 - 240 ml buttermilk
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest
10 - 15 ml fresh lemon juice
11 - 2 ml vanilla extract

→ For Cooking and Serving

12 - Butter or oil, for cooking
13 - Maple syrup, to serve
14 - Fresh lemon wedges, for garnish
15 - Fresh mint, for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
02 - In a separate bowl, blend ricotta cheese, buttermilk, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing; a few lumps are desirable.
04 - Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter or oil to coat the surface.
05 - Pour approximately 60 ml of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until bubbles form on the surface. Flip and cook another 1 to 2 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
06 - Serve the pancakes warm, drizzled with maple syrup and garnished with lemon wedges and fresh mint.

# Notes:

01 - For a tender, fluffy texture, avoid overmixing the batter. These are ideal for a leisurely weekend brunch.