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Strawberry Ricotta Cake

This Italian inspired strawberry ricotta cake is an easy one bowl cake that is jam packed with fresh, juicy strawberries.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10 slices
Calories 249 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 loaf pan

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup canola oil
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 2 cups sliced Ontario strawberries

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9 x 5 loaf pan.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the oil, sugar, eggs, ricotta, vanilla, and almond extract. Whisk to combine.
  • Add the flour, baking powder and salt and stir until almost mixed together..
  • Add the strawberries and gently mix to combine, being careful not to over-mix.
  • Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for approximately 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool in pan for at least 20 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Calories provided are an estimate only
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