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Ricotta and Apple Cake

17/11/2023

The ricotta and apple cake is a delicious dessert that combines the creaminess of ricotta with the sweetness of apples. Here’s how to prepare it:

Ingredients

  • 250 g ricotta
  • 3 apples
  • 3 eggs
  • 150 g sugar
  • 200 g 00 flour
  • 1 packet baking powder
  • 1 lemon (grated zest)
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • Powdered sugar (for decorating)
  • Butter and flour for greasing and flouring the pan

Preparation

  1. Prepare the ingredients: Preheat the oven to 180 °C. Peel the apples, remove the core, and cut them into pieces. Drain the ricotta if it is too moist.

  2. In a bowl, beat the ricotta with the sugar using an electric whisk until it becomes soft and creamy.

  3. Add one egg at a time, continuing to mix after each addition.

  4. Incorporate the grated lemon zest and mix well.

  5. Gradually add the sifted flour together with the baking powder, continuing to mix to keep the batter homogeneous.

  6. Add a pinch of salt and the apple pieces to the batter, mixing with a spatula using gentle bottom-to-top motions.

  7. Prepare the pan by greasing it with butter and dusting it with a little flour to prevent the cake from sticking during baking.

  8. Pour the batter into the pan and level the surface with a spatula.

  9. Bake the cake for about 40-45 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.

  10. Let the cake cool before removing it from the pan and, if desired, dust it with powdered sugar before serving.

Trivia

The ricotta and apple cake is a dessert that combines the lightness of fruit with the soft, velvety texture of ricotta, making it ideal for ending a meal or for a special occasion. It is a versatile dessert that can be served both cold and at room temperature.