Lemon Ricotta Light Fluffy (Printable View)
Delicate waffles infused with lemon zest and creamy ricotta, perfect for a bright and indulgent morning.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 3/4 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
07 - 1 cup whole milk
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
10 - Zest of 1 large lemon
11 - 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For Serving
13 - Fresh berries
14 - Maple syrup or honey
15 - Powdered sugar
16 - Extra lemon zest
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk the ricotta, milk, eggs, melted butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are acceptable.
05 - Lightly grease the waffle iron with cooking spray or melted butter. Pour approximately 1/2 cup batter per waffle and cook until golden brown and crisp, about 3 to 5 minutes.
06 - Serve immediately topped with fresh berries, maple syrup, powdered sugar, or a sprinkle of extra lemon zest.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The ricotta makes these impossibly tender while still giving you those crispy edges waffle dreams are made of
- Lemon cuts through the richness so beautifully that you could honestly eat three without feeling weighed down
02 -
- The batter will look slightly thicker than regular waffle batter, and that is completely normal because of the ricotta
- Don't press down on your waffle iron after closing it, or you'll lose all those lovely air pockets that make them fluffy
03 -
- Add blueberries to the batter right before cooking for a lemon blueberry version that will change your life
- A dusting of powdered sugar right before serving makes them look like they came from a professional kitchen