Lemon Pancakes

Start your day on a positive note with these lemon pancakes, bursting with bright and fresh flavors to uplift your mood and bring a healthy touch to your morning!

These lemon pancakes are a little sweet and have a delicious taste of real lemon juice. They’re the perfect choice if you love the idea of enjoying pancakes with a fresh lemon flavor!

ABOUT THESE LEMON PANCAKES

• Flexible: You can pair these pancakes with various toppings, like maple syrup, blueberry sauce, or lemon glaze. If you enjoy a mix of sweet and tart, try topping them with honey and fresh cherries. For a delightful afternoon treat, have them with a scoop of ice cream and either lemon curd or lemon whipped cream. It’s a winning combination!
• Healthy: This recipe is good for you, with low sugar and real, wholesome ingredients such as eggs, flour, and grated lemon zest. If you have whole wheat flour, you can boost the protein and give your pancakes a heartier, nuttier taste.
• Refreshing and Uplifting: These lemon pancakes bring a burst of sunshine to your plate. Make a batch when you want to add a cheerful touch to your day and treat your taste buds. You might find yourself in a good mood all day long. Consider pairing them with a blueberry smoothie or a mimosa for an extra bright and sunny morning!

WHAT YOU NEED

This recipe is quite easy, and you probably have all the ingredients already. Check below for the complete printable recipe.

• Dry Ingredients: Flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt
• Wet Ingredients: Milk, eggs, vanilla, melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest. Use freshly squeezed lemon juice, and zest the lemon first!

HOW TO MAKE THEM YOUR OWN

• Add Toppings: These pancakes are super flexible. Experiment with toppings like lemon cream cheese glaze, sweet cherries, fresh fruit chutney, blueberry sauce, or strawberry sauce.
• Create a Stack: For a lovely presentation, layer the pancakes with vanilla whipped cream, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and top with a spoonful of red berries for contrast.

STORAGE & REHEATING

• Fridge: Let leftover pancakes cool and then store them in the refrigerator for up to four days.
• Reheating: Warm pancakes on a griddle over medium-low heat, in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, or in a toaster or toaster oven.

Be sure to check out these other great recipes!

• Lemon Sugar Cookie Bars
• Lemon Bundt Cake
• Double Chocolate Chip Muffins

 

Lemon Pancakes

Start your day on a positive note with these lemon pancakes, bursting with bright and fresh flavors to uplift your mood and bring a healthy touch to your morning!

prep time: 15 Mins
cook time: 8 Mins
total time: 23 Mins
servings: 6

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tbsp granulated sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 ¼ cup milk
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest, from 1 lemon
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
• ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, from 2 lemons

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the griddle to medium heat.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, lemon zest, eggs, vanilla, and melted butter. Add this mixture to the dry ingredients and mix lightly. Gently fold in the lemon juice; the mixture will bubble up and become somewhat fluffy. Be careful not to overmix.
4. Drop batter onto the hot griddle in 1/4 cup portions.
5. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until bubbles appear on the top and remain without popping. Flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until they turn golden brown.

NOTES

• This recipe yields 20-24 pancakes, the exact number depending on the size you choose to make them.