MIGLIACCIO: RICOTTA AND SEMOLINA CAKE
MIGLIACCIO: RICOTTA AND SEMOLINA CAKE is a delightful Italian dessert that embodies comfort and simplicity. This creamy cake features a unique blend of ricotta cheese and semolina flour, resulting in a rich, custard-like texture that melts in your mouth. Ideal for family gatherings or a cozy night in, this cake can be served plain, topped with fresh berries, or dusted with powdered sugar for an elegant finish. Its versatility allows for creative variations like adding citrus zest or incorporating spices for extra depth of flavor. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes, you’ll have this warm treat ready to bake in no time!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup semolina flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, sugar, and eggs; whisk until smooth.
- Gradually add semolina flour, baking powder, salt, and milk while stirring continuously until well mixed.
- Grease a round cake pan and pour the batter evenly into it.
- Bake for about 60 minutes until golden brown and set; a toothpick will come out clean.
- Allow cooling for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 90mg