Italian Almond Ricotta Cake
This moist and flavorful cake with the nutty taste of almonds and the creaminess of ricotta is a wonderful treat. It’s perfect for any occasion or as a delightful dessert with a cup of coffee or tea.
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1 cup (2 sticks) of butter
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 4 egg(s)
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of ricotta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups of flour
- 1 cup of almond flour
- 2 teaspoons of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda)
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
For the Almond Glaze
- 1 cup of powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons of almond milk
- 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract
- sliced almonds for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat the OvenPreheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
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MixIn a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy
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BeatAdd eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
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StirStir in the ricotta cheese until smooth
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WhiskIn a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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CombineGradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
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PourPour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
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BakeBake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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CoolCool the cake for at least 10 minutes before adding glaze
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Make the Almond GlazeIn a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, almond milk, and almond extract until smooth.
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GlazeDrizzle the almond glaze over the cooled cake. Sprinkle sliced almonds over the top.
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ServeAllow the glaze to set. Slice, serve and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 50
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