Description
2 cups ricotta cheese
¾ cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
Zest of 1 lemon
1 tbsp lemon juice
½ cup almond flour
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
¼ cup sliced almonds (for topping)
Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk the ricotta cheese and sugar until smooth.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
In a separate bowl, whisk together almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry into the ricotta mixture until well combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Sprinkle sliced almonds evenly over the surface.
Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
Let cool completely, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Kcal: 260 per slice Servings: 8 slices
