Ingredients

The following ingredients have 5 Servings
  • 1 1/4 cups (150g) all-purpose flour
  • 3 Tablespoons (45g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk*
  • 1 cup (240g) ricotta
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
  • 2 egg whites
  • 2 Tablespoons (30g) butter, melted

Instruction

  • In a mixing bowl whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  • In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together buttermilk, ricotta, egg yolk, vanilla,lemon juice, lemon zest, and blend until combined.
  • In a clean, dry bowl with an electric mixer, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the ricotta mixture and let the batter rest for 3 minutes.
  • Pour into flour mixture and whisk just to combined (do not overmix).
  • Pour about 3 tbsp of the batter onto a greased skillet and cook until bubbles begin to appear on surface and bottom is golden brown, then flip and cook opposite side until golden brown.
  • Serve warm with fresh berries, maple syrup, and dusted with icing sugar if desired.