This is the cake nona made when she wanted something sweet but not heavy. Ricotta gives it that soft, creamy texture, while fresh lemon zest brings a clean, citrusy kick that lingers in the best way. Itโs not too sweet, not too rich โ just right. Best served with coffee, gossip, or both.
Ingredients
Servings: 4
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๐ฅ 3 large eggs
๐ Zest of 1 lemon + 2 tbsp (30 ml) lemon juice
๐ง 250 g (9 oz) ricotta cheese
๐ฌ 120 g (2/3 cup) sugar
๐พ 80 g (2/3 cup) all-purpose flour
๐ง 60 g (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, melted
๐ง 1/2 tsp baking powder
๐ฟ Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Preparation
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Total Time
๐ ๏ธ Prep: 10 min
๐ฅ Bake: 35 min
๐ Total: 45 min
Nutritional Value
๐ฅ 220 kcal
๐ช Protein: 7 g
๐ง Fat: 11 g (6 g saturated)
๐ Carbohydrates: 23 g
๐ง Sodium: 120 mg
๐ฅ 220 kcal๐ช 7 g protein๐ 23 g carbs๐ง 11 g fat
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Advice
Let it cool completely before slicing โ itโs soft and tender inside. Also works amazing cold, straight from the fridge the next morning. If it lasts that long.
Status
Fluffy ricotta cake kissed with lemon zest.
๐ Sweet, sunny, and impossibly easy.
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