Ingredients
• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 blend)
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese (or dairy-free alternative)
• ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
• ½ cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp almond extract
• Zest of 1 lemon or orange (optional, for brightness)
For the topping (optional):
• 2 tbsp sliced almonds
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or 8×4-inch loaf pan (or line with parchment).
- In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, then mix in ricotta, oil, milk, vanilla, almond extract, and citrus zest (if using) until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour batter into the pan. Sprinkle top with sliced almonds and a pinch of sugar (if using).
- Bake 35–40 minutes (round) or 45–50 minutes (loaf), until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
✨ Serve dusted with powdered sugar or with fresh berries!
💡 Make ahead: Store covered at room temp for up to 3 days. The ricotta keeps it wonderfully moist!
PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 15 mins , Cook Time : 40 mins , Total Time : 55 mins , Servings : 10 slices , Calories : 250 per slice , Net Carbs: 26g , Fats: 13g , Protein: 7g