Lemon-Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes

 This recipe was created by The Chugg Family Blog.  It adds a delicious twist to traditional blueberry pancakes.

Ingredients:

4 cups whole wheat flour

4 tbsp Xagave

3 tsp baking powder

1 tsp salt

1 1/2 tsp baking  soda

4 eggs (2 separated)

4 tbsp oil

3 cups buttermilk

1 tbsp lemon zest

1 tsp vanilla

1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese

Blueberries

Steps:

Mix flour, baking soda, salt and baking powder in a bowl. In another bowl combine 2 eggs, and 2 egg yolks, Xagave, oil, buttermilk, lemon zest and vanilla.  Combine dry ingredients.  Do not overmix. Stir in ricotta cheese.  In a separate bowl beat 2 egg whites until soft peaks form.  Fold into the batter just until incorporated.  Let sit for 15 min. Cook on hot griddle and add berries.