Classic Italian Ricotta Cake with Pears

Name: Classic Italian Ricotta Cake with Pears
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 10 tablespoons (1¼ sticks) unsalted butter; 1 cup granulated sugar; 3 large eggs plus 1 egg yolk; 1 cup fresh whole milk ricotta cheese; 2 tablespoons sour cream; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 teaspoons grated orange zest; 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary; 1 teaspoon salt; 1¼ cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 2 medium-large pears or 3 smaller pears; 1 tablespoon Demerara or raw sugar; whipped cream for serving

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings
8 servings
Calories
410 kcal
Course
Dessert
Cuisine
Italian

Classic Italian Ricotta Cake with Pears

Ashley Lopez

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This moist and flavorful Italian ricotta cake with pears is a simple, classic Italian cake recipe that's all dressed up for fall. This traditional Italian cake combines the richness of ricotta cheese, tender, juicy pears, along with a hint of bright, citrusy orange zest and just a touch of rosemary for a subtle, yet unique, flavor. This easy cake recipe is a beautiful fall dessert that's perfect for any occasion, from holidays and special celebrations to casual days at home. Adapted from Ina Garten.

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Ingredients

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10 tablespoons (1¼ sticks) unsalted butter softened to room temperature, plus more for greasing the pan
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs plus 1 egg yolk
1 cup fresh whole milk ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons sour cream plus more for serving
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon salt
1¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 medium-large pears or 3 smaller pears halved, cored and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon Demerara or raw sugar
whipped cream for serving optional

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Notes

You can arrange the sliced pears in an artful pattern or just scatter them around to fit - it will be delicious either way!
Avoid over mixing the batter after adding the dry ingredients, otherwise it could take the cake tough.
You may need to adjust the baking time and temperature depending on your oven. Be sure to check on your cake around 40 minutes and keep an eye on it until it's done. If it's getting too brown around the edges but is still not done inside, cover the edges with foil and lower the temperature to 350° until done.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 410kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 50g (17%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 117mg (39%) Sodium 503mg (21%) Potassium 138mg (4%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 31g (62%) Vitamin A 694IU (14%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 176mg (18%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 410 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	410kcal	21%
Carbohydrates	50g	17%
Protein	8g	16%
Fat	21g	32%
Saturated Fat	12g	60%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	6g	30%
Trans Fat	1g	50%
Cholesterol	117mg	39%
Sodium	503mg	21%
Potassium	138mg	3%
Fiber	2g	8%
Sugar	31g	62%
Vitamin A	694IU	14%
Vitamin C	2mg	2%
Calcium	176mg	18%
Iron	2mg	11%