Description
Pistachio, Orange & Ricotta Cake is a delightful dessert that perfectly blends the nutty crunch of pistachios with the zesty brightness of fresh oranges and the creamy texture of ricotta cheese. This cake not only tantalizes your taste buds but also impresses visually, making it an ideal centerpiece for any gathering. Whether enjoyed with coffee in the afternoon or served at a celebration, this cake is sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 medium fresh oranges (zest and juice)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
- Finely chop the pistachios and set them aside.
- In a large bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, sugar, and orange juice until smooth.
- Sift together the flour and baking powder; gradually fold this into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently incorporate the chopped pistachios and orange zest into the batter.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Allow cooling before dusting with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg