Blueberry Ricotta Cake is a deliciously light and lemony Italian cake recipe that’s made with blueberry coffee cake recipe with cream cheese cheese and fresh blueberries. This simple cake is perfect for dessert or brunch, and is great for any occasion! Blueberry Ricotta Cake is a delicious light and lemony Italian cake recipe that’s made with ricotta cheese and fresh blueberries.
If you’ve never had a ricotta cake before, you are in for a treat. The ricotta makes the cake super moist and fluffy, with a slightly dense finish. If you love ricotta cakes, be sure to try this fan-favorite Almond Ricotta Cake. Why this Blueberry Ricotta Cake is the BEST! One bite and you’ll agree that this cake is truly something special. It’s both light and slightly dense, with a subtly sweet and smooth finish.
This recipe has been tested and perfected! I have made it so many times and it’s a cake I get asked to make again and again. It’s a great recipe to have on hand for the holidays, or whenever you are craving a sweet treat. You’re also going to love the flavor combo you get from the blueberries and lemon. The tart sweetness from the lemon juice and zest pairs perfectly with the sweet blueberries.
Blueberry Ricotta Cake is a simple recipe to put together too! Just be sure to follow the instructions of beating the ricotta for at least 4-5 minutes, and you’ll get the perfect cake crumb every time. Overhead photo of ingredients needed to make the recipe including butter, flour, salt, vanilla, eggs, and lemon. Ricotta: Given a choice, always use full-fat ricotta cheese for baking. Be sure to drain the ricotta if it is wet, however, most store-bought ricotta cheese will not need to be drained.
Lemon: Since you are using the zest of the lemon for this recipe, try to use an organic lemon if you can find it. Blueberries: The blueberry is the star of this recipe, so use the best fresh blueberries you can find! Be sure to defrost them first then pat dry any moisture before adding to the batter. Read on to see how to make this deliciously simple Italian cake recipe!