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Lemon Ricotta Cake Recipe

A delightful, moist cake with a hint of lemon and the richness of ricotta.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 320 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the ricotta, melted butter, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 220mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1.5mg

Keywords

Cake, Lemon, Ricotta
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