Description
Light, zesty, and melt-in-your-mouth—this elegant flourless cake is a citrus lover’s dream!
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (full-fat recommended)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1½ cups almond flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- Optional: sliced almonds (for topping)
- Optional: powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). While it’s heating, grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, eggs, maple syrup or honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Use a whisk to mix these ingredients thoroughly until they are smooth and well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gently fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with the spatula. Sprinkle sliced almonds on top if using.
- Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
- Let it cool completely and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Ensure that your ricotta cheese is at room temperature, which helps in achieving a smooth batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 200 per slice
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Protein: 6 g