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Lemon Ricotta Syrian Pancakes


  • Author: mia-harper
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful fusion of flavors with rich ricotta filling, bright lemon zest, and aromatic lavender syrup, perfect for breakfast or brunch.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 tablespoon dried lavender
  • 2 passionfruits (for syrup)
  • Chopped roasted pistachios (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine honey and butter, simmering for 5 minutes, then stir in vanilla and lavender.
  2. Whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a bowl. In another bowl, combine the egg, milk, water, and vanilla.
  3. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix ricotta with lemon zest and extra vanilla.
  5. Heat a skillet, grease, and pour batter to form pancakes. Cook until bubbles form, then place ricotta filling inside and fold.
  6. Fry pancakes until golden on both sides.
  7. Coat with syrup, garnish with pistachios, and serve warm.

Notes

You can prepare the batter the night before and store it in the fridge. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Syrian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pancake
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 290mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg