Healthy Ricotta and Chestnut Cake
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Light, nourishing, and delightfully rich - this healthy ricotta and chestnut cake is the perfect balance of comfort and nutrition. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and made with wholesome ingredients like ricotta, chestnuts and polenta, it’s a simple yet satisfying bake that can be enjoyed warm or cooled. Also, it’s gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and can even be made in an air fryer for a quick and healthy treat! For extra flavour mix in a pinch of cinnamon or orange zest for a festive twist. Serve it warm for breakfast with a dollop of Greek yogurt and a drizzle of maple syrup, or enjoy it as a light dessert after a hearty roast dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 125g ricotta (½ standard pot)
- 3 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 Tbsp cocoa powder
- 3 Tbsp polenta
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup chopped roasted or cooked chestnuts
Instructions
- Set your oven to 180°C (350°F). Place two small round silicone cake moulds or cases on a baking tray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg, ricotta, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Sift in the cocoa powder, then add the polenta and baking powder. Mix until well combined.
- Gently stir in the chestnuts.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared moulds. Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
- Air fryer option: Bake at 190°C (375°F) for about 15 minutes, checking for doneness toward the end.
- Enjoy warm or at room temperature. For a special touch, top with Greek yogurt, a drizzle of maple syrup, and a few extra chestnut pieces.
Categories
- Meal Type: - Air fryer - Bake - Breakfast - Cakes - Dessert - Everyday - Main - Quick & Easy - Seasonal
- Cuisines: - Italian
- Occasions: - Afternoon Tea - Christmas - Sunday Lunch - Thanksgiving
- Ingredients: - Nuts & Seeds
- Health and Diet: - Gluten Free
- Skill Levels: - Easy
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