Lemon Ricotta Pancakes With Rhubarb Sauce Recipe

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Canada's Niagara-on-the-Lake with this Lemon Ricotta Pancake recipe! Inspired by a charming bed and breakfast, these fluffy pancakes, bursting with bright lemon zest and creamy ricotta, are perfectly complemented by a homemade rhubarb sauce. A perfect weekend brunch or special occasion treat.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 61.7 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Lemon Ricotta Pancakes With Rhubarb Sauce

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Ricotta Cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk (whole milk recommended)
  • Lemons, Zest Of
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted, plus extra for greasing the pan
  • 2 cups chopped rhubarb
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup water

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How to Make Lemon Ricotta Pancakes With Rhubarb Sauce

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese, eggs, milk, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.
  3. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
  5. Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. While the pancakes are cooking, prepare the rhubarb sauce: In a saucepan, combine the chopped rhubarb, brown sugar, and water.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the rhubarb is tender and has released its juices. Stir occasionally.
  8. Serve the pancakes immediately, topped with the warm rhubarb sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

7g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemon Ricotta Pancakes With Rhubarb Sauce?

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes With Rhubarb Sauce takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemon Ricotta Pancakes With Rhubarb Sauce?

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes With Rhubarb Sauce has approximately 61.7 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon Ricotta Pancakes With Rhubarb Sauce?

The key ingredients for Lemon Ricotta Pancakes With Rhubarb Sauce are Flour, Sugar, Baking Powder, Salt, Ricotta Cheese, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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