Ricotta Donuts

Ricotta Donuts

Recipe by Nichole Horvath

Ingredients

Plain flour 120g

Baking powder 10g

Pinch salt

Caster sugar 60g

Ricotta 250g

Eggs 2

Canola Oil for deep frying

Caster sugar and ground cinnamon for cinnamon sugar 

METHOD

In the bowl of a stand mixer, place the eggs, caster sugar and ricotta. Using the paddle attachment, mix for 1 minute until well combined. Add in the flour, baking powder and salt and mix until just combined 

Heat oil in a deep pot to 170C. Using two tablespoon, place spoonfuls of the batter into the oil. Fry for 3-4 minutes until a deep golden-brown colour, turning every now and again to ensure an even colour

Toss the donuts in the cinnamon sugar when removed from the oil and allow to cool slightly before eating