Ciambella Della Nonna – Italian Breakfast Cake

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Ciambella Della Nonna – Italian Breakfast Cake recipe for a perfect start to your day
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

15 min

Cook

45-60 min

Ready In

60-75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

400 g flour
150 g margarine or 150 g butter ( 5 ounces )
180 g sugar
1 pinch salt
4 eggs
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons liqueur ( we use maraschino )
1 lemon zest or 1 orange zest
100 ml milk
1 -2 tablespoon sugar ( additional only for topping )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12-16
Calories
355
Sugar
21g
Fat
16g
Ciambella Della Nonna is a traditional Italian breakfast cake that will make your mornings better. This simple and delicious cake is a favorite for many Italians. The recipe for this cake has been passed on by many generations of nonnas (grandmothers). The Ciambella Della Nonna cake is a soft, spongy, and moist cake that is perfect for any time of day, not only breakfast. This recipe is simple to follow and will make about 12 to 16 servings. You can serve it with coffee, tea, or a cold glass of milk.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter or margarine and sugar until light and fluffy.
3.Beat in the eggs, one at a time.
4.Mix in the vanilla, liqueur, and lemon or orange zest.
5.In a separate bowl, sift together flour, salt, and baking powder.
6.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients; alternating with milk, stirring until well combined.
7.Pour the batter into a greased tube pan or bundt pan.
8.Sprinkle top with sugar.
9.Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the cake.
10.Cool on a wire rack, then dust with powdered sugar.

PROS

This cake is comforting and delicious.
Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a midday snack.

The delicious Italian flavors make this cake unique and unforgettable.

CONS

This cake contains a considerable amount of sugar and fat.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Also, this cake may not be suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake has moderate levels of protein and minerals.
The ingredients provide enough energy for the body to function correctly throughout the day. Margarine can reduce LDL cholesterol levels, thereby reducing the risk of heart disease.

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