Homemade Frittelle di Ricotta Recipe

Homemade Frittelle di Ricotta Recipe – A classic Italian fried pastry made with ricotta cheese, orange zest, and a touch of sweetness. These light, fluffy, and golden frittelle are coated in sugar, making them the perfect treat for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack. Try this easy recipe and enjoy authentic Italian flavors at home!

Feb 3, 2025 - 16:04
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Homemade Frittelle di Ricotta Recipe
Prep Time 15 min
Cook Time 15 min
Serving 8
Difficulty Easy

Homemade Frittelle di Ricotta Recipe, are traditional Italian fried pastries made with ricotta cheese, lightly sweetened and infused with fresh orange zest. These golden treats have a delicate, pillowy texture and a crisp, sugar-coated exterior, making them irresistible for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. This easy-to-follow recipe combines simple ingredients like flour, milk, and baking powder with creamy ricotta to create a perfectly balanced dough. Once fried to golden perfection, these frittelle are generously dusted with granulated sugar for a deliciously sweet finish. Enjoy these Homemade Frittelle di Ricotta warm with a cup of coffee, tea, or even a drizzle of honey for an extra indulgent touch!

Ingredients

  • 400g flour
  • 250g ricotta cheese
  • 80g sugar
  • Zest of one orange
  • 50ml oil
  • 80ml milk
  • 16g baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • Granulated sugar (for coating)
  • Seed oil (for frying)

Nutritional Information

  • Calories: 220
  • Protein: 6g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the ricotta, sugar, orange zest, oil, and milk using a fork or mixer until well combined. Add the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt, then mix until a soft dough forms.

  2. Take small portions of the dough, roll them into ropes, and shape them as desired (such as rings or loops). Heat enough seed oil in a pan for deep frying. Once hot, fry the dough in batches until golden brown. Remove from the oil and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. While still warm, coat the doughnuts in granulated sugar.