MIGLIACCIO: RICOTTA AND SEMOLINA CAKE
Indulge in the delightful MIGLIACCIO: RICOTTA AND SEMOLINA CAKE, a creamy Italian dessert that captures the essence of comfort and celebration. This flavorful cake combines rich ricotta cheese with semolina for a unique texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in, this easy-to-make recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep time and will quickly become a favorite among both kids and adults. With its inviting aroma and deliciously tender crumb, serve it warm or chilled for an unforgettable sweet treat.
- 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
- 500g ricotta cheese
- 150g semolina
- 150g granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 200ml milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a large bowl, whisk together ricotta, sugar, and eggs until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix semolina, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the ricotta mixture, adding milk and vanilla extract. Fold until just mixed.
- Pour batter into a greased baking pan and bake for about 60 minutes until set and golden.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 184
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 62mg