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Limoncello Ricotta Cloud Cake

Velvety Limoncello Ricotta Cloud Cake – A Heavenly Lemon Dessert You’ll Crave Again and Again


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  • Author: Gianna Poulef
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A luxurious lemon ricotta cake infused with Limoncello and topped with a silky glaze — light, fragrant, and irresistible.


Ingredients

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1 ½ cups whole milk ricotta

¾ cup granulated sugar

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

3 large eggs

Zest of 1 lemon

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

Pinch of salt

1 cup powdered sugar

23 tablespoons Limoncello

Extra lemon zest for garnish


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter a 9-inch springform pan.

2. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

3. Add ricotta and beat until smooth.

4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.

5. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla.

6. Fold in flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.

7. Pour into pan and bake 40–45 minutes.

8. Cool completely before glazing.

9. Whisk powdered sugar and Limoncello; drizzle over cake and garnish.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor. Store chilled and enjoy within 4 days.

  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 45 min
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 85mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg