Nonna's Lemon Ricotta Biscuits

Delight your taste buds with Nonna's Lemon Ricotta Biscuits—a timeless Italian-inspired recipe that marries soft, buttery textures with the zing of fresh lemon. These melt-in-your-mouth biscuits feature rich ricotta cheese for a moist crumb, while lemon zest and juice infuse each bite with bright, citrusy flavor. Prepared in just 20 minutes of mixing and 15 minutes of baking, these easy-to-make treats are perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a light dessert. Topped with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, they’re as beautiful as they are delicious. Serve them with coffee or tea for a comforting, homestyle indulgence reminiscent of Nonna's kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 0.75 cups Ricotta cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese, egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 5

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Gently mix using a spatula or wooden spoon until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Using a cookie scoop or two spoons, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the tops are set.

Step 8

Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cooled, dust the biscuits with powdered sugar (optional) for a touch of sweetness and presentation.

Step 10

Serve the biscuits as-is, or pair them with tea, coffee, or fresh fruit for a wholesome treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(816.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2753.7

Total Fat 125.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 590.9mg	0%
Sodium 2394.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 368.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 167.5g
Protein 53.5g	0%

Vitamin D 112.1IU	0%
Calcium 858.1mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 597.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 52.3%