Lemon Ricotta Waffles (Print Version)
Light waffles with lemon zest and creamy ricotta, served golden with syrup for a bright, indulgent start.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 1 cup 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 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For Serving
13 - Maple syrup or lemon-infused syrup
14 - Fresh berries (optional)
15 - Powdered sugar (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions
02 - Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl
03 - Whisk ricotta, milk, eggs, melted butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in separate bowl until smooth
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are acceptable
05 - Lightly grease waffle iron with nonstick spray or melted butter
06 - Pour 1/2 to 3/4 cup batter onto hot waffle iron. Cook according to manufacturer instructions until golden brown and crisp, approximately 3-5 minutes per batch
07 - Serve immediately with syrup, fresh berries, and powdered sugar if desired
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The ricotta creates these impossibly light pockets inside while keeping edges impossibly crisp
- Lemon transforms ordinary waffles into something that feels special enough for company but easy enough for Tuesday
02 -
- Overmixed batter creates tough rubbery waffles trust me I have learned this the hard way
- Lumps in your batter are not only okay but actually desirable for tender results
- Letting the batter rest for even five minutes while the iron heats up improves the texture
03 -
- Room temperature ingredients incorporate more easily and create better texture
- Separate your eggs and beat the whites then fold them in for restaurant style height