Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with this Maple Apple Ricotta Cake. This moist and aromatic cake is a perfect balance of sweet maple, tangy apples, and creamy ricotta, making it a comforting dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups peeled and finely chopped apple (such as Honeycrisp or Gala)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch springform pan or cake pan.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, maple syrup, and sugar until light and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in ricotta and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Fold in the chopped apples and nuts if using.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Let cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.
Notes
- For added maple flavor, drizzle with warm maple syrup just before serving.
- This cake pairs well with tea or coffee and tastes even better the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
