Orange Ricotta Coconut Cake

-My Dominican Kitchen

“Sweet, moist and with a refreshing citrus flavor, this Orange Ricotta Coconut Cake is the perfect dessert choice for any occasion!"

-My Dominican Kitchen

Key Ingredient:

Ricotta

– all-purpose flour – baking soda – baking powder – salt – unsalted butter – sugar – orange zest – ricotta cheese – egg – juice of an orange – vanilla –coconut flakes

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For the Glaze – powder sugar – orange juice – orange zest – coconut flakes for topping (optional)

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SERVINGS

COURSE

Dessert

TIME

55 Minutes

CUISINE

American

10

Orange Ricotta Coconut Cake

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a bundt cake pan and set aside.

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2. In a bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Set to the side.

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3. Using a stand mixer, beat the butter, sugar and orange zest until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add in ricotta cheese and mix until well combined. Beat in the egg, orange juice and vanilla. Slowly add the dry ingredients and mix until blended.

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4. Pour the mixture and spread evenly on the cake pan. Bake for about 40-45 minutes or until the top is slightly golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

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5. While the cake is baking make the glaze. In a medium bowl, whisk together powder sugar, orange zest and orange juice.

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6. Drizzle glaze over the cake and sprinkle with coconut flakes. Let sit until the glaze hardens. Cake can be reserved in a covered container for up to 2 to 3 days.

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Enjoy!

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Dominican Sweet Potato Pudding

Chocolate Flan

The Best Coquito Recipe

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