Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 cups Ricotta Cheese ((preferably WHOLE milk ricotta))
  • 1 1/2 cups Buttermilk
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 2 to 3 Tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Lemon Zest * ((about the zest from 1 lemon))
  • 2 cups Flour
  • 1 Tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • Butter ((for putting on the griddle or skillet))
  • Powdered Sugar
  • Real Maple Syrup
  • Lemon Curd ((optional))
  • Whipped Cream

Instruction

  • In a large bowl, mix ricotta cheese, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until combined. Heat skillet over medium heat. Place a pat of butter onto skillet and wait for it to sizzle.
  • Fold in flour, baking powder, and salt and stir until just combined, avoiding over-mixing.
  • Heat skillet over medium heat. Place a pat of butter onto the skillet and wait for it to sizzle. Pour batter in 1/2 cup portions and cook until golden brown on each side. Lower the heat if the outsides are becoming too brown before the inside is cooked through.
  • Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Drizzle with maple syrup. Spread lemon curd and a dollop of fresh whipped cream, if so desired.