Cherry Ricotta Muffins

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. 2
   Line 12 muffin pans with paper liners.
3. 3
   In a medium sized bowl, whisk the ricotta cheese and then add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. 4
   Add the buttermilk, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and cooled and melted butter, mixing well. Set aside.
5. 5
   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and lemon zest.
6. 6
   Add the buttermilk and egg mixture to the flour mixture.
7. 7
   Stir just until combined and then fold in the cherries.
8. 8
   Divide the batter amongst the 12 muffin cups.
9. 9
   Place in the oven and bake about 20 minutes or until lightly browned and a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.
10. 10
    Remove from oven and place on a wire rack to cool.