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Lemon Ricotta Pancake Bake

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A fluffy, tangy, and easy-to-make pancake bake with creamy ricotta and bright lemon flavor, perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back family brunches.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (225g) whole-milk ricotta cheese, drained
  • 1 ½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • ¾ cup (180ml) whole or 2% milk, room temperature
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional add-ins:
  • ½ cup (75g) fresh blueberries or raspberries
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
  • Maple syrup or honey for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish generously with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. Add the ricotta, milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet bowl. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
  5. If using fresh berries, fold them in gently with 2-3 strokes.
  6. Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula and tap the dish gently on the counter to release air bubbles.
  7. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes. Start checking at 30 minutes. The top should be golden and spring back when pressed. Insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  8. Let the bake cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve with maple syrup or honey.

Notes

Drain ricotta well to avoid a runny batter. Use room temperature eggs and milk for better mixing. Do not overmix the batter to keep it tender. Use the toothpick test to check doneness. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly. Leftovers reheat well and can be frozen.

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