Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Raspberry Orange Pistachio Ricotta Cake, a charming dessert that perfectly balances the sweetness of fresh raspberries with the zesty brightness of oranges and the creamy richness of ricotta cheese. This easy-to-make cake is ideal for any celebration or cozy family gathering, offering a moist texture and vibrant presentation that will impress your guests. The combination of fruit and nuts not only creates a feast for the eyes but also adds nutritional benefits, making this cake a truly guilt-free treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 bowl, cream together ricotta cheese, sugar, and butter until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix well to combine.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in raspberries, pistachios, orange zest, and juice carefully.
- Pour batter into a greased cake pan and smooth out the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center.
- Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg