Cherry Ricotta Muffins Recipe

Name: Cherry Ricotta Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup ricotta cheese; 2 large eggs; 1 cup buttermilk; 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 4 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/8 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest; 1 1/2 cups cherries, pitted and sliced

Servings: persons

1 cup ricotta cheese
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
4 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 1/2 cups cherries, pitted and sliced

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Line 12 muffin pans with paper liners.
3
In a medium sized bowl, whisk the ricotta cheese and then add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4
Add the buttermilk, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and cooled and melted butter, mixing well. Set aside.
5
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and lemon zest.
6
Add the buttermilk and egg mixture to the flour mixture.
7
Stir just until combined and then fold in the cherries.
8
Divide the batter amongst the 12 muffin cups.
9
Place in the oven and bake about 20 minutes or until lightly browned and a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.
10
Remove from oven and place on a wire rack to cool.

1061

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup ricotta cheese, 2 large eggs, 1 cup buttermilk, 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Cherry Ricotta Muffins falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Cherry Ricotta Muffins

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions