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mother's day Lemon Ricotta Almond Cake

Mother's Day Lemon Ricotta Almond Cake for Sweet Memories

This gluten-free Mother's Day Lemon Ricotta Almond Cake combines rich flavors of creamy ricotta and zesty lemon for a delightful dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 3/4 cup Sugar can swap for coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract consider using seeds from two vanilla pods
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest preferably from organic lemons
  • 4 large Eggs separated into yolks and whites
  • 2 cups Almond Meal
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese whole milk ricotta works best
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Almonds can substitute with chopped hazelnuts
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar

Equipment

  • 9-inch Cake Pan
  • Stand mixer
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a 9-inch cake pan with parchment paper. Grease the sides for easy removal.
  2. Cream together softened butter, 3/4 cup of sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest in a stand mixer until pale and fluffy, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Gradually add egg yolks to the creamed mixture and fold in almond meal and ricotta cheese until just combined.
  4. Whip egg whites in a separate bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar and whip until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold whipped egg whites into the ricotta mixture in two batches, careful not to deflate.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes until firm to the touch and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate and dust with powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 7gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cake is a delightful way to celebrate Mother's Day and love with family, perfect for any gathering.

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