These lemon ricotta muffins are fluffy and delicious! Get Giada’s full recipe below! They are perfect for breakfast but also make for a great dessert with a cup of coffee!
Ingredients
Recipe yields 1 dozen muffins
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar or more as needed for sprinkling
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest (from 2 lemons)
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/3 cup thinly sliced almonds
Written Directions: Here

Sources:
- Main Image & Recipe: Giadzy