Ricotta and Lemon Muffins
To prepare a delicious recipe for ricotta and lemon muffins, we start by selecting the necessary ingredients. You will need 250 g of flour, 100 g of sugar, 1 packet of baking powder, a pinch of salt, 2 eggs, 150 g of ricotta, 100 ml of milk, 80 ml of vegetable oil, the juice and grated zest of one lemon. These ingredients are essential for creating a fluffy and aromatic composition.
In a large bowl, add the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix them well with a spatula or a whisk to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed. This step is important to avoid lumps in the final composition.
In another bowl, you will need to prepare the wet ingredients. Beat the eggs with a whisk, then add the ricotta, milk, oil, lemon juice, and grated lemon zest. Mix all these ingredients well until you obtain a homogeneous composition. The lemon aroma will add a fresh and invigorating taste, perfect for this recipe.
Once you have the wet mixture, gradually add it to the bowl with the dry ingredients. Use a spatula to combine the two compositions, being careful not to overmix, just until the ingredients are integrated. It is normal for the dough to be slightly lumpy; this will contribute to the final texture of the muffins.
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. Prepare a muffin tray, greasing the molds with butter or using muffin papers. Divide the batter evenly into each mold, filling them about 2/3 full. Bake the muffins for 20 minutes or until they turn golden and pass the toothpick test. Once they are ready, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
To prepare the glaze, mix 150 g of powdered sugar with lemon juice to obtain a liquid composition. This will give a shiny appearance and an intensified flavor to your muffins. Use a brush to apply the glaze to each muffin, ensuring it seeps well into each piece.
Let the glaze dry a little, then serve the ricotta and lemon muffins alongside a cup of tea or coffee. Enjoy your meal!
Ingredients: For 12 pieces: 250 g flour, 130 g sugar, 70 g butter, 120 g ricotta (cottage cheese), 80 ml milk, 1 baking powder, juice from one lemon. For the glaze: 5 tablespoons sifted powdered sugar, 5 tablespoons lemon juice.
