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Easy Lemon Ricotta Cake

This Easy Lemon Ricotta Cake is a light, refreshing dessert that bursts with citrus flavor!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baking, Easy, Lemon, Ricotta
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest (about 2 lemons)
  • 10 tablespoons softened unsalted butter
  • 1 15-ounce container whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)

Instructions

Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare Your Ingredients. Gather all your ingredients and allow your butter and eggs to come to room temperature.
  • Step 2: Preheat the Oven. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • Step 4: Cream Butter and Sugar. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and sugar, and beat until light and fluffy.
  • Step 5: Add Ricotta and Eggs. Mix in the ricotta, eggs, vanilla, lemon zest, and juice until smooth.
  • Step 6: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and fold gently.
  • Step 7: Pour into the Cake Pan. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top.
  • Step 8: Bake. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Step 9: Cool and Serve. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber Spatula
  • 9-inch Round Cake Pan
  • Oven

Notes

  • Store leftover cake in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze wrapped tightly for up to 3 months.
  • Feel free to customize with other citrus fruits or berries.