Lemon Ricotta Doughnut
A soft, pillowy doughnut enriched with creamy ricotta and brightened with fresh lemon zest, finished with a tangy lemon glaze for a refreshing twist on the classic treat.
Ingredients
- ½ cup ricotta cheese (added to base dough)
- Zest of 2 lemons (1 for dough, 1 for glaze)
- Lemon glaze (2 cups powdered sugar, 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp milk, lemon zest)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (added to base dough)
Instructions
- Add ricotta cheese, lemon zest, and vanilla to the base dough.
- Reduce flour by ¼ cup to account for the ricotta.
- After frying, dip in lemon glaze while still warm.
- Garnish with additional lemon zest before glaze sets.
Notes
Prep Time: 25 minutes (active prep) 1 hour 30 minutes (rising/resting time) Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: About 2 hours
- Use whole-milk ricotta for the best texture and richness.
- Finely grate the lemon zest to avoid bitterness.
- Glaze doughnuts while slightly warm for maximum flavor absorption.
- Doughnuts are best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 day.