Lemon Ricotta Muffins

• 2 cups plain flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon sugar, extra

1. Preheat oven 180 degrees C.
2. WHISK flour,baking powder, baking soda, salt in bowl.
3. BEAT in 1 cup sugar, butter lemon zest in until light and fluffy.
4. BEAT in ricotta.
5. BEAT in egg, lemon juice and almond extract.
6. Divide batter into lined muffin tins.
7. Sprinkle with slivered almonds and extra sugar over all muffins.
8. Bake about 15 - 20 minutes util lightly golden brown.
9. ENJOY!

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Taken from www.food.com/recipe/lemon-ricotta-muffins-166218 (may not work)