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Classic Italian Ciambellone
Ciambellone, a traditional Italian bundt cake, is a delightful treat that transcends the simplicity of its ingredients to deliver a moist, flavorful, and aromatic delight. This timeless dessert, often enjoyed during Italian breakfasts or as an afternoon snack, teases your palate with subtle hints of vanilla and invigorating citrus notes from lemon zest. With its golden crust and tender crumb, this cake is a testament to the beauty of Italian baking.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- 3 cups
- Baking powder
- 1 tablespoon
- Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Sugar
- 1 1/2 cups
- Eggs
- 4, large
- Milk
- 1 cup
- Vegetable oil
- 1 cup
- Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon
- Lemon zest
- zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a bundt pan thoroughly with butter and dust it with flour, shaking out the excess.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the sugar and eggs until they become light and creamy. This process is essential for a fluffy and moist cake.
- Gradually add the milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and lemon zest to the egg-sugar mixture, ensuring to mix well after each addition.
- Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until the flour is absorbed. Avoid overmixing as it can result in a dense cake.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula to ensure an even surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely. A gentle tap on the pan should release the cake easily.
Tips
- For a touch of elegance and added flavor, dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar before serving.
- For a citrusy variation, substitute the lemon zest with the zest of an orange.
Dietary Information
Servings: 12 Dish Type: Dessert Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Calories: 350 Fat: 15g Carbs: 45g Protein: 6g Sodium: 200mg Sugar: 25g
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