Italian Ricotta doughnuts
Ingredients
- 1 loosely packed cup Italian 00 flour or all-purpose flour
130g
- 2 tablespoons caster sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- Zest of 1 orange and 1 tablespoon of juice
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
250g
- 2 large eggs
- 1 pinch salt
- powdered sugar for dusting
icing sugar
- 35 fluid ounces sunflower oil
4 cups/ 1 litre
Directions
- 1
Heat the oil in a heavy-based pot until it reaches 355F (180C). Get a plate lined with paper towels ready for draining.
- 2
Add the eggs, ricotta, orange zest and juice to a mixing bowl and whisk until smooth.
- 3
Combine all the dry ingredients in a separate bowl (flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder) then add to the wet ingredients. Fold everything together to form a smooth and sticky dough.
- 4
Use a tablespoon to drop the dough into the hot oil (do this in batches about 3-4 doughnuts at a time). Fry each doughnut for 5 minutes until a deep golden brown then drain on kitchen paper.
- 5
Once cooled, dusted with powdered sugar and serve.
Italian Ricotta doughnuts
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About this Recipe
Craving a tender, subtly sweet treat that feels special yet comes together in a flash? These Italian Ricotta doughnuts are your answer, delivering delightful flavor and a melt-in-your-mouth texture in just 25 minutes.
Why These Doughnuts Work
The magic of these doughnuts lies in the generous addition of ricotta cheese. It's the secret ingredient that ensures an incredibly light and airy crumb, a texture that sets them apart from heavier fried doughs. Paired with bright orange zest and juice, you get a beautiful balance of delicate sweetness and refreshing citrus that truly sings.
What to Expect
Prepare for a truly blissful bite. You'll experience a supremely tender, pillowy doughnut, subtly sweet with a lovely aromatic lift from the fresh orange. Each one is lightly fried to a perfect golden hue and, once dusted with powdered sugar, offers a simple yet elegant finish. This recipe promises a joyful, unfussy baking experience with delicious results perfect for any occasion.
Customization & Variations
This recipe is wonderfully adaptable. While 00 flour lends a very fine texture, you can easily use all-purpose flour for equally delicious results, making it accessible to any home kitchen. Feel free to swap the orange zest and juice for lemon to bring a different, zippier citrus note. For an extra touch of flavor, a pinch of nutmeg could be added to the dry ingredients, though it's not strictly necessary.
Serving & Context
These Italian Ricotta doughnuts are an absolute delight, perfect for a cozy weekend breakfast, an elegant brunch centerpiece, or a light dessert. Serve them simply dusted with powdered sugar alongside a cup of strong coffee or a vibrant fruit salad.