We received a complimentary copy of The Chew Approved.
I’ll be upfront and tell you right off the bat that I always order eggs for breakfast. As tempting as pancakes and french toast may be, nine out of ten times I won’t give in. That is unless I find something extra special on the menu. When I spot Lemon Ricotta Pancakes on the pages, I’m physically unable to order anything else.
The Chew was a great show concept and I watched it for many years. Some of my favorite recipes that I’ve discovered haven’t come from the show hosts, but the guests that have come on the show. The cookbook, The Chew Approved features favorite recipes from viewers and it is a worthy buy, even for this one recipe: Lemon Ricotta Pancakes. Ding ding! We found a winner.
When you hear about ricotta pancakes, a heavy meal is what comes to mind. These pancakes however, are surprisingly light. I replaced the whole milk ricotta and milk with low fat, and that may have had a hand in it.
The pancakes by themselves are delicious, but the lemon curd takes them over the top making them sweet and decadent (no syrup required). I found the lemon curd at Trader Joe’s and when blueberries are not in season, I simply defrost a handful from the freezer.
- 1 cup flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons sugar
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 eggs
- ⅓ cup milk
- 1 lemon, zest and juice
- 1 tablespoon butter for griddle
- 1 6 oz jar lemon curd
- 2 cups berries
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting
- Combine flour, baking powder, nutmeg and sugar in a large bowl and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mix ricotta, eggs, milk, lemon juice and zest together. Mix the wet ingredients with the dry until just combined.
- Brush melted butter onto griddle over medium heat. Add a 3 oz. ladle of batter at a time and brown each pancake for about 3 minutes on each side.
- Warm a portion of lemon curd in the microwave and drizzle onto a short stack or pancakes. Top with a dusting of powdered sugar and berries.
Find this recipe and many other delicious winners in The Chew Approved. It’s a #1 best seller, so I think many others agree. There are many ore treasures among the pages and even though this show is no longer, the cookbook is still available so the recipes live on.
Now that is the absolute perfect recipe for an elegant brunch or baby/bridal shower. I just love how light and fluffy they are and how they pair so well with fresh fruit.
These pancakes sound delicious. I might have to give them a try.
These pancakes look delicious. I love ricotta pancakes, and adding lemon sounds like a great addition. We make breakfast for dinner all the time, so we will have to try these next time.
These lemon ricotta pancakes sound awesome and I have never had pancakes with ricotta cheese in them before. I will have to try making these and I know my family love things with lemon. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
The pancakes look amazing. We love pancakes and my kids can have this any time, even for snacks.
that looks fantastic! I’d love to eat this for brunch or Brinner (yes, brinner is awesome!) I hope when I give this a try it looks as pretty as the one in the photo! thanks for sharing this yummy idea : )
These pancakes look really tasty. I have a jar of lemon curd and wasn’t sure what to make. I am sure that I found what I will be making.
Simple pancakes are boring on every breakfast! This is it! Bookmarked your recipe.
I can’t decide if this is a breakfast food or dessert. Either way, it’s going in my belly!
It’s the most delicious, decadent breakfast food but it could serve as either!
Oh my goodness. Looks like I’ll be having a dessert breakfast this weekend! Om nom nom.