Description
Crispy on the outside, pillowy on the inside, these Italian Ricotta Doughnuts (Sfingi di Ricotta) are a simple, sweet treat that’s quick to whip up and perfect for any family gathering or holiday brunch.
Ingredients
1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese (well-drained)
2 large eggs
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt
2–3 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Optional: warm chocolate sauce (semisweet chocolate chips + splash of milk)
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together ricotta, eggs, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
2. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add dry ingredients to the ricotta mixture and stir until just combined (batter will be thick and sticky).
4. Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F.
5. Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to drop tablespoon-sized scoops of batter into the hot oil, frying 4–5 at a time.
6. Fry 2–3 minutes per side or until golden brown and puffed.
7. Use a slotted spoon to remove and drain on paper towels.
8. While still warm, dust generously with powdered sugar.
9. Drizzle with warm chocolate sauce if using.
Notes
Make sure the ricotta is well-drained to avoid watery batter.
You can also flavor the batter with a touch of orange or lemon zest.
Serve immediately for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 doughnuts
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Italian Ricotta Doughnuts, Sfingi di Ricotta, Ricotta dessert