Description
Lemon Sugar-Coated Ricotta Donuts are light, fluffy, and deliciously tangy donuts made with ricotta cheese and coated in lemon-infused sugar. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (for coating)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together ricotta, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, carefully drop tablespoon-sized amounts of batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown (about 2–3 minutes per batch).
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- In a shallow bowl, combine sugar and lemon zest for coating. Roll warm donuts in the lemon sugar until coated.
- Serve immediately, optionally dusted with extra lemon zest or powdered sugar.
Notes
- Donuts are best eaten fresh but can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes.
- You can use orange zest instead of lemon for a variation.
- Adjust the size of the donuts as desired, but ensure they cook through in the center.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 donuts
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg