Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsBroken Yolk CafeLemon Ricotta Recipe

Lemon Ricotta Recipe

Inspired by Broken Yolk Cafe
Time15m
Serves2

Short and full stack options available.

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Ingredients

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Short Stack

Method

Short Stack

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ricotta

    In a medium bowl, add 1 cup of ricotta cheese.

  2. 2

    Add Lemon Ingredients

    Pour in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons of honey into the bowl with the ricotta.

  3. 3

    Mix the Ingredients

    Using a fork or whisk, combine all ingredients until smooth and creamy.

  4. 4

    Flavor the Mixture

    Add a pinch of salt and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mixture, and stir until well incorporated.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Transfer the lemon ricotta to a serving bowl and enjoy as a dip, spread, or topping.

Full Stack

  1. 6

    Prepare the Ricotta

    In a large bowl, add 2 cups of ricotta cheese.

  2. 7

    Add Lemon Ingredients

    Pour in 4 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 teaspoons of lemon zest, and 4 tablespoons of honey into the bowl with the ricotta.

  3. 8

    Mix the Ingredients

    Using a fork or whisk, combine all ingredients until smooth and creamy.

  4. 9

    Flavor the Mixture

    Add 2 pinches of salt and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract to the mixture, and stir until well incorporated.

  5. 10

    Serve

    Transfer the lemon ricotta to a serving bowl and enjoy as a dip, spread, or topping.

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