Easy Orange Ricotta Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 2 cups (240g)
• Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (10g)
• Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (2g)
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
• Unsalted butter (softened): 1 cup (227g)
• Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
• Large eggs: 2
• Ricotta cheese: 1 cup (227g)
• Sour cream: 1/2 cup (120ml)
• Orange zest: 1 tablespoon (5g)
• Orange juice: 1/2 cup (120ml)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
• Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in ricotta cheese and sour cream.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with orange juice. Mix until just combined.
6. Stir in orange zest.
7. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 325 per serving
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 100mg
• Sodium: 300mg
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and fluffy texture
• Rich and tangy orange flavor
• Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert

User Comments:

• "This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for a delicious orange treat." - Amy
• "The ricotta cheese gives this cake a wonderful richness and moistness. It's the perfect dessert to serve to guests." - John
• "This cake is a hit with my family and friends. It's a great way to use up leftover ricotta cheese." - Sarah

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overmix the batter, as this can make the cake tough.
• If you don't have ricotta cheese, you can substitute low-fat cottage cheese. Be sure to drain the cottage cheese before using it.
• To add a bit of extra flavor, drizzle the cake with a bit of orange glaze after it has cooled.