Indulge in the Irresistibly Fluffy Ricotta Cake

Imagine a sweet treat that embraces tradition and simplicity, giving you a moment of pure pleasure with every bite. This is what the fluffy ricotta cake promises to offer you today, a recipe with a soft heart and genuine flavor, where ricotta is the undisputed star.

I still remember when my grandma would open the kitchen window and the unmistakable aroma of this cake would waft through the air, announcing its presence even before seeing it on the table. A complete sensory experience that you can now recreate in your own kitchen by following simple but essential steps.

You will be guided through each stage: from creating a fluffy base to adding the ingredients that will make the final result irresistibly light and fluffy. And if you want to add a personal touch, you’ll discover how a few tweaks can transform this delight into a true palate pleaser. Get ready to put on your apron and immerse yourself with me in making this timeless dessert!

Recipe Notes

• EASE: Easy to whip up with everyday ingredients.
• PROS: Light and delicate, perfect for any occasion.
• TIME: Quick to make in just 20 minutes.
• FLAVOR: Option to customize with chocolate or poached pears.
• NUTRITION: Approximately 350 calories per serving, moderately calorie-friendly.

Ingredients Notes

• Cottage Cheese: the star of the show, giving the cake its softness and unique flavor
• Flour: essential for the cake’s texture and structure
• Eggs: bringing lightness and helping bind the ingredients
• Brown Sugar: adding sweetness and creating a crispy crust on the surface
• Baking Powder: crucial for making the dough rise and keeping it fluffy
• Lemon Zest: adding freshness and aroma to the cottage cheese cake
• Butter: for greasing the pan and preventing the cake from sticking during baking

Nutritional Aspects

Let’s dive into the benefits of this delightful Ricotta Pie:

• Ricotta is packed with protein and calcium for strong bones.
• Eggs, an excellent source of complete proteins and vitamins.
• Cane sugar, natural sweetness with a hint of minerals.
• Olive oil, monounsaturated fats for a healthy heart.
• Flour, slow-release energy to keep you fuller for longer.
• Yeast, natural leavening without any chemical additives.
• Lemon, vitamin C and a fresh flavor in every bite!

Traditional and Fluffy Ricotta Cake Recipe

The Traditional and Soft Ricotta Cake is a classic Italian dessert, perfect as an after-dinner treat or a snack. Made with ricotta, flour, eggs, sugar, and enriched with lemon zest, this cake is irresistibly soft and aromatic. It is perfect to enjoy with a glass of wine or a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Servings 6

Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Ingredients

• 400 g Ricotta
• 250 g Flour
• 4 Eggs
• 100 g Brown Sugar
• 1 Glass Milk
• 1/2 Glass Olive Oil
• 1 and 1/2 Sachets Baking Powder
• Zest of 1/2 Lemon Lemon Grated Zest of 1/2
• Butter for greasing the pan

Instructions

• In a large bowl, beat the eggs vigorously with the sugar until obtaining a white and foamy mixture.
• Add the ricotta, the grated zest of half a lemon, the olive oil, and the milk, mixing gently until obtaining a homogeneous amalgam.
• Sift the flour together with the baking powder and gradually incorporate them into the previous mixture, being careful not to deflate it.
• Prepare a cake tin by greasing it with butter and lightly dusting it with flour, then pour the cake batter into it and level it with a spatula.
• Sprinkle the surface of the batter with some brown sugar to create a sweet and crunchy crust after baking.
• Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C and let it cook for about 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
• Once cooked, let the cake cool in the tin before unmolding it onto a serving plate.

Notes

To add an original touch to our cake, you can enrich the batter with dark chocolate chips or pieces of syrupy pears for a delicious contrast between the delicate flavor of the ricotta and the intensity of the chocolate or the sweetness of the pears.

Author: Tips4Food

Calories: 350kcal

Course: Desserts

Keyword: Americano coffee, Baking powder, Black tea, Brown Sugar, Dessert recipe, Eggs, Flour, Lemon Zest, Milk, Olive Oil, Ricotta, Ricotta Cake, Soft recipe, traditional recipe, Wine

Variations of the Traditional and Fluffy Ricotta Cake Recipe

Elevate your ricotta cake with these creative variations:

• Sprinkle in dark chocolate chips into the batter for a decadent touch.
• Fold in pieces of canned pears for a sweet and fruity contrast.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Recipe

If you have any doubts about making the Ricotta Cake, you’ll find the answers to the most common questions here.

How can I make the cake fluffier?

To make the cake even fluffier, make sure to gently fold the dry ingredients into the liquid mixture and avoid overmixing. Additionally, you can add a bit of cornstarch to the flour for an even softer texture.

Can I substitute ricotta with another cheese?

Yes, you can substitute ricotta with cream cheese or mascarpone to create a variation of the cake with a slightly different but equally delicious flavor.

How can I best store the Ricotta Cake?

To best store the Ricotta Cake, wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate. Consume it within 2-3 days to enjoy it at its freshest.