Italian Love Cake
Indulge in the delightful layers of Italian Love Cake, where velvety ricotta meets moist vanilla cake, infused with citrus and almond. This show-stopping dessert is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, guaranteed to impress with its beautiful presentation and irresistible taste. Experience the magic of home-baked goodness that feels like a warm hug from Nonna.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, ricotta cheese, vanilla extract, lemon zest, almond extract, and milk until smooth. Gradually mix dry ingredients into this mixture until just combined.
- Pour half the batter into the prepared pan. Spoon dollops of remaining batter over it to create swirls.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan on a wire rack before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or fresh berries. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days.