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Creamy Skillet Lemon Ricotta Cake Recipe with Zesty Sesame Ginger Sauce

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A moist and delicate lemon ricotta cake baked in a skillet, served with a bright and savory zesty sesame ginger sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this easy recipe combines nostalgic comfort with a modern twist.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (375g) ricotta cheese, whole milk (small-curd preferred)
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free option)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • Zest of 2 large lemons
  • Juice of 1 lemon (freshly squeezed)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract (pure)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for skillet)
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter your 10-inch oven-safe skillet generously.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, granulated sugar, and eggs. Mix until smooth and slightly frothy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well.
  4. Sift together flour and baking powder in a separate bowl. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Slowly drizzle melted butter into the batter, folding gently.
  6. Pour batter into prepared skillet and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
  8. While baking, prepare the sauce: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and lemon juice. Warm gently for 3-5 minutes until fragrant and honey dissolves. Remove from heat.
  9. Remove cake from oven and let cool in skillet for 15 minutes.
  10. Serve warm slices drizzled with the zesty sesame ginger sauce and garnish with toasted sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and ricotta for smooth batter. Avoid overmixing to keep cake light. Tent with foil if edges brown too quickly. Warm sauce gently to avoid burning honey or garlic. For dairy-free, substitute ricotta with coconut cream or plant-based alternatives. For gluten-free, use almond flour and increase baking powder slightly.

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Keywords: lemon ricotta cake, skillet cake, lemon cake, sesame ginger sauce, easy dessert, gluten-free option, dairy-free option, quick cake, family recipe

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