CITRUS-SCENTED RICOTTA FRITTERS

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Astonishingly easy and unbelievably light, that's these dessert fritters. Ricotta whisked into the basic batter is the secret to the airy texture; fresh lemon and orange zest is another great addition for cutting through the richness. They're well worth buying a deep-fry thermometer for if you don't have one already.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking

Time 30m

Yield Makes about 20

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (we use Diamond Crystal)
1 cup whole-milk ricotta
2 large eggs
3 tablespoons sugar, plus more for rolling
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus more for serving (optional)
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest, plus more for serving (optional)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Vegetable oil, for frying

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together ricotta, eggs, sugar, both zests, and vanilla. Gently fold ricotta mixture into flour mixture until just combined.
  • Meanwhile, heat 2 inches oil in a medium heavy-bottomed pot over medium until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350°F. Set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Working in batches, carefully drop heaping tablespoons of dough into oil. Cook, turning once, until puffed and golden, 3 to 4 minutes a batch. Transfer to rack using a spider or slotted spoon. Let cool slightly, then roll in sugar until coated. Sprinkle with more of both zests; serve immediately.

mario orozco
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These fritters were absolutely amazing! The combination of citrus and ricotta was perfect. They were light and fluffy, with a crispy exterior. The honey syrup added the perfect touch of sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe!


Ibrahim Akinola
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I'm not usually a fan of ricotta, but these fritters were surprisingly delicious! The citrus zest and honey syrup really helped to balance out the flavor. My kids loved them too, which is always a bonus. Will definitely be making these again.


Shoaib Ali
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These fritters were a hit at my party! They were easy to make and everyone loved them. The citrus scent was refreshing and the honey syrup was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making these again.


Roxana Alvardo
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I thought these fritters were just okay. They were a bit too sweet for my taste and the flavor was a bit bland. I think I would have preferred them with less sugar and maybe some spices. Overall, not a bad recipe, but not my favorite.


Favour Amara
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These fritters were a delightful treat! The citrus scent was refreshing and the honey syrup was the perfect finishing touch. I served them with a dollop of whipped cream and they were absolutely divine. Highly recommend!


Odigili Chinaza
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These fritters were a bit of a let down. They were a bit too dense and the flavor was just okay. I think I would have preferred them with a bit more ricotta cheese or maybe some baking powder. Overall, not my favorite recipe.


GEDION ALEHEGN
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I was disappointed with these fritters. They were too oily and the flavor was bland. I think I would have preferred them with more citrus zest or maybe some spices. Overall, not a great recipe.


Ragheemah Hamed
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Absolutely amazing! These fritters were the perfect combination of crispy and fluffy. The citrus scent was subtle but noticeable, and the honey syrup added just the right amount of sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe!


Md Humaun
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These fritters were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred them with less honey syrup. However, they were still light and fluffy, and the citrus scent was delightful. I'll experiment with different amounts of honey syrup next ti


Flora Maina
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I'm not a big fan of ricotta, but I decided to give these fritters a try anyway. I'm glad I did! The citrus zest and honey syrup really helped to balance out the flavor of the ricotta. The fritters were light and fluffy, and they made a great snack.


Sechaba Mokgahlane
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These fritters were a huge hit at my party! They were easy to make and everyone loved them. The citrus scent was refreshing and the honey syrup was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making these again.


Waseem Waseem
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I thought these fritters were just okay. They were a bit too oily and the flavor was a bit bland. I think I would have preferred them with a bit more citrus zest or maybe some cinnamon. Overall, not my favorite recipe.


AHMED BIN ARMAN
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Absolutely delicious! The fritters were perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The citrus scent was delightful, and the honey syrup added a touch of sweetness that balanced out the tanginess of the ricotta. I highly recommend this


Kareem Bassam
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These fritters were a bit bland for my taste. I think I should have added more citrus zest or maybe some spices. However, they were still light and fluffy, and they made a nice snack. I'll experiment with different flavors next time.


Haider Sultan
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy these fritters were to make. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to follow the recipe without any problems. The fritters turned out beautifully, and they were a hit with my friends. I'll definitely b


Santho Mia
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These fritters were a bit too oily for my taste. I think I may have added too much oil to the frying pan. However, the flavor was still good, and my family enjoyed them. Next time, I'll be sure to use less oil.


Bilal Halabi
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Followed the recipe to a T and the fritters turned out perfectly. They were light and airy, with a crispy exterior and a soft, creamy interior. The citrus scent was subtle but noticeable, and the honey syrup added just the right amount of sweetness.


Zahirkhan Zahirkhan
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I'm not usually a fan of ricotta, but these fritters were surprisingly delicious! The citrus zest and honey syrup really elevated the flavor. My kids loved them too, which is always a bonus. Will definitely be making these again.


Jaliah Nassozi
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These ricotta fritters were a delightful treat! The citrus scent added a refreshing twist to the classic recipe. They were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. I served them with a dollop