Italian Ricotta Lemon Cake With Blueberry Topping

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Indulge in the classic Italian Ricotta Lemon Cake With Blueberry Topping
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

70 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups sugar
1 cup softened butter
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup milk
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon extract
1 lemon , zest of
4 large eggs
powdered sugar , for topping
3 cups blueberries
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
475
Sugar
50g
Fat
20g
This Italian Ricotta Lemon Cake with Blueberry Topping is a classic Italian dessert that is perfect for any special occasion, whether it is a birthday party, wedding, or just a family gathering. The combination of lemon and ricotta cheese creates a delicate and fresh taste that is complemented perfectly by the sweet and tangy blueberry topping. The cake is soft, fluffy, and delicious, a perfect treat to indulge your taste buds in. Your friends and family will be delighted when they taste this cake and you can be sure everyone will ask for the recipe.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.Cream butter and sugar in a bowl until light.
3.Beat in ricotta cheese, milk, and lemon extract and zest.
4.Add in flour, one cup at a time, mixing well between additions.
5.Beat in eggs one at a time until fully combined.
6.Pour batter into a 9 inch (23 cm) spring-form pan.
7.Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the cake.
8.Cool on a wire rack and then remove cake from the pan.
9.Rinse blueberries and mix together with sugar and lemon juice in a pot. Cook over medium heat for around 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until blueberries soften and burst.
10.Remove from heat and let it cool down.
11.Serve the blueberries topped over the cake with powdered sugar. Enjoy!

PROS

This delicious cake is perfect for celebrations.
It is easy to make and will be loved by everyone, especially those with a sweet tooth.

The cake has a moist and fluffy texture that melts in your mouth.

The recipe makes a large cake, so there will be plenty for the whole family and guests to enjoy.

CONS

The cake is high in sugar and fat and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet due to its high-calorie count.

It takes an hour or more to bake which requires a bit of patience.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although the cake itself is not particularly healthy, adding blueberries to the cake can provide a variety of health benefits. Blueberries are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that are great for overall health and wellbeing. They have also been shown to aid in reducing inflammation and aiding in heart health.

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