To prepare a delicious and comforting dessert, we start by gathering the necessary ingredients. In a large bowl, we put the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, diced butter, and grated lemon zest. These ingredients combine perfectly, providing a dough with a fresh aroma and an unmistakable taste. We mix well until the consistency becomes uniform and the butter is well incorporated into the flour. This is an essential step, as the butter will give the dough a tender texture.
Once we have achieved a homogeneous mixture, we add the egg and continue to mix. It is important to do this patiently to ensure that all the ingredients blend perfectly. In the end, we should obtain a crumbly dough that will come together easily but will retain a slightly grainy structure.
The next step is to prepare our baking pan. We take a 22 cm diameter tray and line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Then, we place half of the prepared dough in the tray, leveling it evenly on the bottom.
In another bowl, we will prepare the filling. We mix the ricotta cheese with the powdered sugar and chopped strawberries. The strawberries bring a note of freshness and sweetness, while the ricotta will contribute a special creaminess. It is important to mix gently so as not to crush the strawberries too much, keeping their texture.
After the filling is ready, we carefully place it over the dough in the tray, leaving one centimeter free at the edges to allow for expansion during baking. Then, we add the rest of the dough, covering the filling and pressing lightly with our hand to ensure even baking.
Once everything is prepared, we preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and place the tray in for about 30 minutes. It is essential to monitor the baking, as each oven may have different specifics. When the dough turns golden and easily pulls away from the sides of the pan, it is a sign that our dessert is ready.
After removing the tray from the oven, we let the cake cool completely. This is a step that should not be skipped, as cooling will allow the flavors to meld. Once it has cooled, we can cut the cake into tempting pieces. It is an ideal dessert for those who love cheese sweets, having a creamy texture and an inviting fruity taste. Enjoy it with a cup of tea or coffee and savor every bite!
Once we have achieved a homogeneous mixture, we add the egg and continue to mix. It is important to do this patiently to ensure that all the ingredients blend perfectly. In the end, we should obtain a crumbly dough that will come together easily but will retain a slightly grainy structure.
The next step is to prepare our baking pan. We take a 22 cm diameter tray and line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Then, we place half of the prepared dough in the tray, leveling it evenly on the bottom.
In another bowl, we will prepare the filling. We mix the ricotta cheese with the powdered sugar and chopped strawberries. The strawberries bring a note of freshness and sweetness, while the ricotta will contribute a special creaminess. It is important to mix gently so as not to crush the strawberries too much, keeping their texture.
After the filling is ready, we carefully place it over the dough in the tray, leaving one centimeter free at the edges to allow for expansion during baking. Then, we add the rest of the dough, covering the filling and pressing lightly with our hand to ensure even baking.
Once everything is prepared, we preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and place the tray in for about 30 minutes. It is essential to monitor the baking, as each oven may have different specifics. When the dough turns golden and easily pulls away from the sides of the pan, it is a sign that our dessert is ready.
After removing the tray from the oven, we let the cake cool completely. This is a step that should not be skipped, as cooling will allow the flavors to meld. Once it has cooled, we can cut the cake into tempting pieces. It is an ideal dessert for those who love cheese sweets, having a creamy texture and an inviting fruity taste. Enjoy it with a cup of tea or coffee and savor every bite!
Ingredients
Dough: 250 g flour 90 g butter 120 g sugar 1/2 baking powder 1 egg zest of 1 lemon Filling: 250 g ricotta 100 g powdered sugar 200 g strawberries