MIGLIACCIO: RICOTTA AND SEMOLINA CAKE
Indulge in the delightful flavors of MIGLIACCIO: RICOTTA AND SEMOLINA CAKE, a beloved Italian dessert that embodies comfort and nostalgia. This moist and creamy cake combines the richness of ricotta cheese with the unique texture of semolina, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply treating yourself on a cozy night, this easy-to-make cake is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup semolina
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, semolina, sugar, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and baking powder. Mix until well blended.
- Grease a 9-inch round baking pan and pour in the batter evenly.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg