Crumbled Ricotta Cake: easy and delicious recipe.
If you love simple and genuine desserts, the crumbled ricotta cake is the recipe for you.
It’s a simple and irresistible dessert, perfect for breakfast or as a dessert after meals. Its crumbly base encloses a soft ricotta cream with a delicate flavor: a perfect contrast between crunchiness and creaminess.
Here’s why it’s worth making at home 👇
It’s easy and quick – You don’t need to be an expert in pastry: just a few ingredients and less than an hour to bring a perfect dessert to the table.
It has an irresistible texture – The combination of the crumbly base and the ricotta cream creates a delicious balance between crunchiness and softness.
It’s light and genuine – Without heavy creams or whipped cream, the crumbled ricotta cake is a homemade dessert with an authentic taste.
Adaptable to countless variations – You can enrich it with chocolate chips, jam, or orange zest to customize it to your taste.
Perfect for any time of the day – Great for breakfast, as a snack, or as a dessert after dinner: a simple dessert that always makes an impression.
Wins everyone over – Loved by adults and children, and it’s also ideal as a gift or to bring to a dinner with friends.
So, are you ready to be won over by this crumbled ricotta cake? Turn on the oven… and let yourself be enveloped by the taste!
Oh my, how good!
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 30 Days
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 6
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients. Crumbled Ricotta Cake: Easy and Delicious Recipe
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup butter (cold)
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 18 oz ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 egg yolk
Tools.
- 1 Pan
- 1 Whisk
Steps
In a bowl, pour the flour together with the sugar, egg, and baking powder.
Finally, add the cold butter cut into pieces.
Work the ingredients with your fingertips until you get a crumbly mixture, similar to large crumbs.Wrap the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
This step is essential to obtain a perfect crumbly pastry.
In a bowl, mix the ricotta with the eggs and sugar.
Mix well until you get a smooth and homogeneous cream.Line a 20-22 cm pan with parchment paper.
Distribute half of the crumbled dough on the bottom and compact slightly with the back of a spoon.
Pour the ricotta cream over the base and level the surface.
Complete with the remaining crumbled dough, distributing it evenly with your fingers.Bake the crumbled ricotta cake in a preheated static oven at 356°F for about 30/40 minutes, until it is golden on the surface.
Let it cool completely before removing it from the pan.Once cold, sprinkle the surface with powdered sugar and serve.
It is excellent both at room temperature and slightly chilled from the refrigerator.
Tip.
For an even more delicious variant, you can add chocolate chips to the ricotta cream or a layer of jam on the bottom before pouring the filling.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
How do you make crumbled ricotta cake?
Crumbled ricotta cake is made with a crumbly dough of flour, sugar, eggs, butter, and baking powder. It is filled with a sweet ricotta cream and baked in an oven at 356°F for about 30/40 minutes.
What type of ricotta is best to use for crumbled cake?
It is recommended to use well-drained cow’s milk ricotta, but sheep’s ricotta is also fine for a stronger flavor. Before use, drain it well to prevent the cream from being too liquid.
Can I add chocolate chips to the ricotta?
Yes! Dark chocolate chips pair perfectly with ricotta and make the cake even more delicious. Add them directly to the cream before assembling the dessert.
Can crumbled ricotta cake be prepared in advance?
Certainly. You can prepare it the day before: keep the cake in the refrigerator, covered with plastic wrap or under a glass dome, and serve at room temperature.
How do you store crumbled ricotta cake?
Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, well covered to prevent it from drying out. You can also freeze it in slices, to be thawed at room temperature when needed.
Can the crumbled ricotta cake be made without butter?
Yes, you can replace butter with light vegetable oil (about 2.7 fl oz for every 100 g of butter). The dough will be a bit different but equally crumbly and light.
Can I use goat ricotta or lactose-free ricotta?
Absolutely! Goat ricotta gives a more intense flavor, while lactose-free ricotta is perfect for those with intolerances, maintaining the same consistency.
Can crumbled ricotta cake be made with jam?
Yes, a delicious variant includes a thin layer of apricot or berry jam under the ricotta cream. It adds color and an extra touch of sweetness.
