Description
These light and fluffy Lemon Ricotta Waffles are the perfect breakfast treat, bursting with citrus flavor and served with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until well combined.
- In a separate large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, eggs, milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Lightly grease the waffle iron with cooking spray or butter.
- Pour the batter onto the preheated waffle iron, using a ladle or measuring cup, and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions until golden brown.
- Carefully remove the waffles and serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar and topped with fresh fruit or syrup if desired.
Notes
- For extra lemon flavor, add more lemon zest or juice to the batter.
- These waffles can be frozen and reheated in a toaster for a quick breakfast option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 50