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Plum Ricotta Cake

Plum Ricotta Cake – A Creamy Summer Treat to Delight!

This Plum Ricotta Cake offers a delightful blend of creamy ricotta and juicy plums, making it a perfect dessert for summer celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 large Eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese or cottage cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure for best flavor
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil or melted butter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure fresh
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt a small dash
For the Fruit
  • 1 cup Plums plus more for decoration

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until smooth and pale, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add ricotta cheese, olive oil or melted butter, and vanilla extract to the eggs and sugar mixture and whisk until homogenous.
  4. Gradually sift in flour, baking powder, and salt, and gently fold until just blended.
  5. Fold in chopped plums carefully using a spatula.
  6. Lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  7. Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for about 50-60 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Once cooled, slice and serve with powdered sugar or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal texture. Adjust sugar for sweetness based on plum tartness.

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