Description
A rich yet delicate cake that blends ground pistachios with creamy ricotta, creating a luxurious dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cake flour
- 1 cup ground pistachios
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 8-inch cake pans with baking spray or parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Cream the melted butter and sugar in a separate bowl until fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Fold in the ricotta and milk to create a batter.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
- Divide the batter among the pans and tap lightly to release air bubbles.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Once cooled, frost between layers and on top with cream cheese or whipped cream, and decorate with crushed pistachios.
Notes
Ensure all perishable items are at room temperature for a smoother batter. Preheat your oven fully for best results.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pistachio cake, ricotta cake, layer cake, dessert, baking, Italian dessert