Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
15 ounce

ricotta cheese

2 unit

eggs

1 tsp

lemon juice

1 tsp

lemon zest

2 tbsp

gluten-free flour

1 tbsp

sugar

0.5 tsp

baking powder

0.13 tsp

salt

1 tsp

oil

1 cup

blueberries

1 tbsp

water

1 tbsp

lemon juice

1.5 tbsp

sugar

1 tsp

cornstarch

1 tbsp

water

1 tbsp

powdered sugar

Step 1
~2 min

In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well mixed.

Step 2
~2 min

Add gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt to the ricotta mixture. Mix thoroughly.

Step 3
~2 min

Heat a non-stick frying pan or griddle over medium heat.

Step 4
~2 min

Add oil to the pan and spread evenly using a paper towel.

Step 5
~2 min

Pour a small amount of batter onto the hot pan to form pancakes approximately 3 1/2 to 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter. Use a spoon to spread the batter evenly.

Step 6
~2 min

Cook until the top of the pancake appears dry, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 7
~2 min

While cooking the pancakes, prepare the blueberry sauce by placing blueberries, water (if using fresh blueberries), lemon juice, and sugar in a small pan.

Step 8
~2 min

Cook the blueberry sauce over medium heat until it becomes bubbly and the blueberries begin to break down.

Step 9
~2 min

Dissolve cornstarch in a tablespoon of water to create a slurry.

Step 10
~2 min

Add the cornstarch slurry to the blueberry sauce and stir continuously.

Step 11
~2 min

Continue cooking until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. Then, turn off the heat.

Step 12
~2 min

Arrange the cooked pancakes on plates.

Step 13
~2 min

Dust with powdered sugar.

Step 14
~2 min

Top with a generous portion of the blueberry sauce.

Step 15
~2 min

Serve immediately with love.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the pan is not too hot to prevent burning.

Use fresh, high-quality ricotta for the best flavor.

Adjust the amount of sugar to your desired level of sweetness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Batter can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt.

Garnish with fresh berries and mint leaves.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh fruit salad
Scrambled eggs

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Russia

Cultural Significance

Traditional breakfast dish popular in Russia and other Eastern European countries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Maslenitsa (Butter Week)

Occasion Tags

Weekend Brunch
Special Breakfast
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

70/100

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