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Lemon Ricotta Sheet Cake

Lemon Ricotta Sheet Cake – Bright, Fluffy & Irresistibly Fresh


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  • Author: Gianna Poulef
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 slices 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Lemon Ricotta Sheet Cake that is light, fluffy, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Perfect for gatherings.


Ingredients

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1 cup ricotta cheese

1/2 cup butter

1 cup sugar

3 eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Zest of 2 lemons

1/4 cup lemon juice

1 1/2 cups flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

Powdered sugar


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

2. Cream butter and sugar.

3. Add ricotta, eggs, vanilla, lemon zest, and juice.

4. Mix in dry ingredients.

5. Pour into pan.

6. Bake 30–35 minutes.

7. Cool and dust with sugar.

Notes

Use fresh lemon.

Do not overmix.

Cool before slicing.

Optional glaze for sweetness.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 140mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg