Description

This Peach Ricotta Cake with Brown Butter Streusel boasts a delightful combination of flavors, featuring juicy peaches and creamy ricotta. It’s simple to prepare, making it the ultimate treat for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy dessert or a comforting snack.

Ingredients

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4 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
3 large eggs, at room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
1 3/4 cups chopped peaches, 2-3 peaches
1 cup confectioners’ sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 to 2 tablespoons whole milk

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
To prepare the streusel topping, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until it foams and turns brown, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and let it cool. Add the flour and sugar, mixing until well combined. Refrigerate the mixture while working on the cake.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, eggs, and vanilla. Gradually incorporate the melted butter, whisking until smooth.
Combine the ricotta mixture with the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in the chopped peaches gently.
Grease a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick spray. Pour the batter into the pan and top evenly with the streusel.
Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean. Allow cooling in the pan for 30 minutes before removing the sides of the pan.
Meanwhile, prepare the honey glaze by whisking together the confectioners’ sugar, honey, vanilla, and 1 tablespoon of milk until smooth. Adjust the consistency with additional milk if necessary.
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake, slice it up, and serve!

Notes

For a lighter cake, use low-fat ricotta cheese.
Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Feel free to experiment with different fruits like blueberries or cherries for variation.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 300
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 60mg