Golden, protein-packed scones with banana and ricotta—moist, nourishing, ideal for a morning treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored whey protein powder
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
07 - 1 cup ricotta cheese
08 - 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
09 - 1 large egg
10 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Optional Add-ins
12 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
13 - 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
# Method Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, protein powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk ricotta cheese, mashed bananas, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully blended.
04 - Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula just until the mixture is combined. Avoid overmixing.
05 - If desired, gently fold in chopped nuts and mini chocolate chips.
06 - Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Pat into a 7-inch circle about 1 inch thick.
07 - Cut dough into 8 wedges and position on the prepared baking sheet, allowing room between each scone.
08 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
09 - Transfer scones to a wire rack and cool for 10 minutes before serving.
