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PISTACHIO, ORANGE & RICOTTA CAKE Recipe

PISTACHIO, ORANGE & RICOTTA CAKE Recipe
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of pistachio, orange, and ricotta in this moist and flavorful cake that’s perfect for any occasion. The subtle citrus notes combined with the richness of ricotta and the crunch of pistachios make this a standout dessert.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • Zest of 1 large orange
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup fresh orange juice
  • ½ cup shelled pistachios, chopped

Additional:

  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
  • Extra pistachios, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add Eggs and Ricotta: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the ricotta cheese. Mix until well combined.
  5. Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Add in the orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  6. Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Add Pistachios: Gently fold in the chopped pistachios, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  8. Pour Batter: Transfer the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool the Cake: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Finish: Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar and garnish with additional chopped pistachios if desired.

Notes

  • For added moisture, you can brush the cooled cake with a simple syrup flavored with orange juice.
  • This cake pairs beautifully with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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