Lemon Ricotta Light Fluffy (Print Version)
Light, fluffy waffles brightened with lemon zest and creamy ricotta for a special morning treat.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon 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 2 lemons
11 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
12 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
# How to Prepare:
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 combined.
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 stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should remain slightly lumpy.
05 - Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron with nonstick cooking spray or melted butter.
06 - Pour approximately 1/2 cup batter into the waffle iron, close the lid, and cook for 4–5 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
07 - Remove waffles and keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter. Serve immediately with maple syrup, fresh berries, or powdered sugar.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The ricotta creates these impossibly fluffy interiors while keeping edges perfectly crisp
- Fresh lemon zest makes every bite feel bright and special, like brunch at a fancy cafe
02 -
- Overmixing is the enemy of fluffy waffles, stop as soon as the flour disappears
- The batter will be thicker than you expect, this is normal and creates better texture
03 -
- Room temperature ingredients incorporate more easily and create better texture
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking for even fluffier results