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Lemon Almond Ricotta Cake (One Bowl)

A moist and flavorful cake made with ricotta cheese, almond flour, and fresh lemon zest, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup butter melted

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, almond flour, sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Whisk the ingredients together until well combined and smooth.
  4. Stir in the melted butter until fully incorporated.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Serve the cake plain or with a dusting of powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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