Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups flour
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon rind, grated
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh
  • 1 large egg, beaten

Method

  • Oven needs to be preheated to 375 degrees.
  • Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt into a bowl and make a well in the center. In another bowl combine ricotta, water, olive oil, lemon juice & rind and the egg. Pour this mixture into the well. Stir until blended.
  • In a muffin pan sheet, place liners in each slot and lightly spray with cooking oil. Divide batter into each slot equally.
  • Bake for about 16 minutes. Test with a wooden tooth pick in the center, if it comes out clean, it is done cooking.
  • Allow to cool for about 5 minutes before eating.