Ricotta Almond Cake

Ricotta Almond Cake is a traditional Italian dessert that is often enjoyed during special occasions and celebrations.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Ricotta Almond Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Italian Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Ricotta cheese
• 1 cup Almond flour
• 1 cup Sugar
• 3 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Sliced almonds
• for dusting Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, almond flour, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
4. Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
7. Enjoy your delicious Ricotta Almond Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 28g10%

Sugars 20g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.