Raspberry Orange Pistachio Ricotta Cake
Indulge in the delightful experience of Raspberry Orange Pistachio Ricotta Cake: A Flavor Delight. This vibrant dessert combines sweet, juicy raspberries with zesty orange and crunchy pistachios, all enveloped in a creamy ricotta batter. Perfect for celebrations or as a sweet treat, it stands out not just in flavor but also in presentation. Easy to make and visually appealing, this cake is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: About 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- Zest of 1 orange
- Juice of 1 orange
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the ricotta cheese, sugar, and softened butter until smooth.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract; mix well until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the fresh raspberries, chopped pistachios, orange zest, and orange juice.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch round cake pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg