A delightful and moist cake infused with the creamy texture of ricotta cheese and the sweet, juicy flavors of fresh peaches.
Ingredients
- 1 cup ricotta cheese fresh and whole milk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 cup granulated sugar plus extra for sprinkling
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled slightly
- 2 cups peaches peeled, pitted, and sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the ricotta, vanilla extract, and melted butter until well combined.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the ricotta mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and arrange the peach slices on top.
- Sprinkle with additional sugar if desired.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before releasing the sides of the springform.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 7gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg