Description
A delightful Rhubarb Ricotta Cake that combines the tartness of rhubarb with the creaminess of ricotta cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rhubarb, chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, toss the chopped rhubarb with 1/4 cup of granulated sugar. Set aside to macerate for about 15 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and remaining 3/4 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the ricotta cheese, eggs, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the macerated rhubarb, along with any juices that have accumulated.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, try adding a teaspoon of almond extract along with the vanilla.
- You can also substitute the rhubarb with fresh strawberries or blueberries for a different fruit variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg