Description
Start your day with a bright and fluffy stack of Lemon Ricotta Protein Pancakes that taste like sunshine on a plate! These pancakes are the ultimate fusion of zesty lemon, creamy ricotta, and muscle-fueling protein. Ideal for quick breakfast ideas, healthy snacks, or even an easy dinner when you’re craving comfort. With their light texture and satisfying flavor, they’ll quickly become a staple in your recipe rotation. Great for those looking for food ideas that are both indulgent and nutritious.
Ingredients
3/4 cup ricotta cheese
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup oat flour
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup milk (more if needed)
1 tablespoon butter or oil (for cooking)
Instructions
1. In a bowl, whisk together ricotta cheese, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth.
2. Add oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt. Stir gently to combine.
3. Add milk a little at a time until batter is thick but pourable.
4. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
5. Scoop 1/4 cup batter onto skillet for each pancake.
6. Cook until bubbles form and edges are set, about 2-3 minutes.
7. Flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until golden.
8. Serve warm with toppings like syrup, berries, or yogurt.
Notes
If batter is too thick, add more milk one tablespoon at a time.
For extra lemon flavor, add a few drops of lemon extract.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 90mg