Italian Lemon Ricotta Cake is a delightful dessert that embodies the fresh, zesty flavors of lemon combined with the creamy richness of ricotta cheese. This cake is light, moist, and slightly tangy, making it a perfect treat for any occasion. It’s not overly sweet, allowing the bright lemon flavor to shine through. Here’s how to make this classic Italian dessert.
Ingredients:
1 ½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
1 stick (½ cup or 115 g) unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups (360 g) ricotta cheese
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
Zest of 2 lemons
Juice of 1 lemon
1 ½ cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon (10 g) baking powder
½ teaspoon (2.5 g) salt
Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions:
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