Description
These delightful mini cakes are made with ricotta cheese, lemon zest, and olive oil for a moist and flavorful treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, eggs, and sugar until smooth.
- Stir in the olive oil, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly into the prepared muffin pan and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.