Today we’re going to make a carnivore lemon ricotta cake. This recipe is a great option for those following a carnivore diet who want something a bit different. It’s a simple cake that uses just a few ingredients, but it turns out really tasty.
The lemon gives it a fresh flavor, while the ricotta cheese makes it nice and creamy. Even if you’re not on a carnivore diet, you might enjoy this cake as a low-carb treat. It’s pretty easy to make, so you don’t need to be an expert baker to get good results.
This cake could be a nice dessert for a family dinner, or you could make it for yourself as a weekday treat. The recipe is straightforward, using common ingredients you can find in most grocery stores.
It doesn’t take too long to prepare, and while it’s in the oven, you can get on with other things. The end result is a cake that’s a bit different from your usual desserts, but in a good way. Let’s get into the details of how to make this carnivore cake.
👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Unique flavor: The combination of ricotta cheese and lemon creates an interesting taste. It’s not like your usual cakes. The flavor is fresh and a bit tangy from the lemon, but also creamy and rich from the cheese.
High in protein: Because this cake is made mostly with cheese and eggs, it has a lot of protein. This makes it more filling than many other desserts. You might find that a small piece satisfies you more than a regular cake would.
Quick preparation: It doesn’t take long to get this cake ready for the oven. You can mix everything together in just a few minutes. This is great if you want to make a dessert but don’t have a lot of time to spend preparing it.
✨ Recipe Ingredients
- 17.5 oz Ricotta Cheese
- 4 Eggs (large)
- Juice of 1/2 Lemon
- Zest of 1 Lemon
- Optional : 2 tablespoons Stevia (omit for strict carnivore version)
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👨🍳 How To Make
Follow this easy recipe and make the best carnivore lemon cake:
Step 1
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F and greasing a baking dish.
Step 2
Whisk the ricotta cheese in a large bowl until it’s smooth. Then, whisk in the eggs (one at a time) and mix in the sweetener, if using.
Step 3
Mix in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
Step 4
Pour the mixture into the baking dish and bake for about 50 minutes until golden brown.
Step 5
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for 20 minutes. Then, place it in the fridge for an hour to set. Enjoy!
💡Tips
1. Adjust Lemon Flavor To Your Taste
The recipe calls for the juice and zest of half a lemon, but you can adjust this based on how lemony you want your cake. If you love a strong lemon flavor, use the juice and zest of a whole lemon.
On the other hand, if you prefer just a hint of lemon, you could use less. Remember, the zest carries a lot of flavor, so don’t skip it entirely.
2. Cooling Time
I suggest cooling the cake for 20 minutes after baking, then refrigerating for an hour. This step is important for the texture of your cake. When it first comes out of the oven, the cake will be very soft and almost custard-like.
Letting it cool at room temperature allows it to set up a bit without shocking it with cold temperatures right away. Then, refrigerating helps it firm up to the right consistency. If you cut into the cake too soon, it might be too soft and fall apart.
For the best texture and flavor, you might even want to refrigerate it overnight. This gives the flavors time to meld and the texture to fully set.
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Carnivore Lemon Ricotta Cake
- 17.5 oz Ricotta Cheese
- 4 Eggs large
- Juice of 1/2 Lemon
- Zest of 1 Lemon
- Optional : 2 tablespoons Stevia omit for strict carnivore version
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F and greasing a baking dish.
- Whisk the ricotta cheese in a large bowl until it’s smooth. Then, whisk in the eggs (one at a time) and mix in the sweetener, if using.
- Mix in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
- Pour the mixture into the baking dish and bake for about 50 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for 20 minutes. Then, place it in the fridge for an hour to set. Enjoy!