Lemon Ricotta Zeppole Recipe

Name: Lemon Ricotta Zeppole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup all purpose flour + 2 tbsp; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 3 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1 pound ricotta fresh, drained; 3 eggs lightly beaten; 3 tablespoons liqueur limoncello; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1/3 pound frozen mixed berries; 1/3 pound raspberries; canola oil for frying; powdered sugar to dust

Servings: persons

1 cup all purpose flour + 2 tbsp
1 tablespoon baking powder
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 pound ricotta fresh, drained
3 eggs lightly beaten
3 tablespoons liqueur limoncello
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/3 pound frozen mixed berries
1/3 pound raspberries
canola oil for frying
powdered sugar to dust

1
Sift flour, baking powder and 1/4 tsp salt into a large bowl. Add 2 tbsp sugar. Mix ricotta, eggs, 2 tbsp limoncello, lemon zest and juice then add to flour. Set aside.
2
For the raspberry sauce, heat berries, remaining sugar and limoncello over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Simmer, without stirring, for 3-4 mins, until liquid reduces by 1/2.
3
Heat enough oil for deep frying in a large saucepan. Drop heaped spoonfuls of batter into oil, in batches, and fry for 4-5 mins, turning, until puffed and golden. Drain on paper towels. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with raspberry sauce.

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

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup all purpose flour + 2 tbsp, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 pound ricotta fresh, drained, and more.

Yes, Lemon Ricotta Zeppole falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lemon Ricotta Zeppole

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