Ricotta Donuts with Hot Honey & Thyme Drizzle

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Light, fluffy, and dangerously moreish, these Ricotta Donuts with Hot Honey & Thyme Drizzle are the perfect mix of sweet, spicy, and a little bit fancy. The ricotta keeps the donuts soft and pillowy on the inside, while the warm hot honey adds just the right kick of heat.

Ingredients

For the Donuts

• 1 cup ricotta
• 2 eggs
• ¼ cup caster sugar
• 1 cup self-raising flour
• Good pinch of salt
• Oil, for frying
• Icing sugar for garnish

For the Drizzle

• 1 orange, zested and juiced
• ½ cup hot chilli honey
• 1 tbsp thyme leaves, finely chopped

Method

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the ricotta, eggs and caster sugar until smooth and well combined. Add the salt and sifted self-raising flour. Gently fold until just combined, careful not to overmix. Let the batter rest for 20 minutes at room temperature.
2. Meanwhile, combine the orange juice, hot chilli honey and thyme in a small saucepan. Warm gently over low heat.
3. Working in batches, carefully spoon heaped tablespoonfuls of batter into the hot oil (a small ice cream scoop works well for even portions). Fry for 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel–lined plate.
4. To serve, pile the warm donuts onto a plate, drizzle generously with the hot honey mixture and dust with icing sugar. Best enjoyed immediately while still warm.