How to Make Easy Orange Ricotta Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to dessert, a simple and delicious cake can be the perfect way to end a meal. If you're looking for a light and flavorful option, then this Easy Orange Ricotta Cake may be just what you need. This moist and tender cake is bursting with citrusy flavor and has a delightful, creamy texture thanks to the addition of ricotta cheese. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with your afternoon coffee, this cake is sure to impress.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (15.25 ounce) package orange cake mix (such as Duncan Hines® Orange Supreme)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • ⅓ cup canola oil
  • ¼ cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
  • ½ teaspoon orange extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice, or as needed
  • 1 tablespoon grated orange zest

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 1 Bundt(R) cake

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a fluted tube pan (such as Bundt®).
  • Prepare cake: combine cake mix, eggs, ricotta cheese, oil, orange juice, orange zest, and orange extract in a large bowl. Mix until batter is well combined. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 45 to 55 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Carefully invert onto a serving platter and let cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Prepare glaze: mix powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest together in a small bowl. Drizzle glaze over the cooled cake.
  • Nutrition

    230 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 52mg
    • Sodium: 213mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 20g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 84mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 70mg