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Italian Almond Ricotta Tea Cakes

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Deliciously soft and slightly sweet cakes bursting with almond flavor, perfect for afternoon tea or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 cup almond meal
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Optional: almond slices for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with paper cups.
  2. Combine ricotta cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Mix flour, baking powder, almond meal, and salt in another bowl.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  6. If desired, sprinkle almond slices on top.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cakes to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Substitutions: You can swap ricotta with mascarpone for a richer taste. Optional add-ins: Try adding lemon zest for a fresh twist.

Find it online: https://www.zaynkitchen.com/italian-almond-ricotta-tea-cakes-recipe/