Whole Wheat and Ricotta Bundt Cake With Lemon and P

Name: Whole Wheat and Ricotta Bundt Cake With Lemon and Poppy Seeds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 383 grams / about 3 cups whole wheat flour; 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda; 145 grams / 5 ounces / 1 1/4 sticks unsalted butter, melted; 1/2 cup mild honey, such as clover; 3 eggs, at room temperature; 1 1/4 cups / 296 milliliters buttermilk; 6 ounces / 3/4 cup / 170 grams ricotta; 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon extract; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Grated zest of 1 to 2 lemons (to taste); 2 tablespoons poppy seeds

Servings: persons

383 grams / about 3 cups whole wheat flour
3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
145 grams / 5 ounces / 1 1/4 sticks unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup mild honey, such as clover
3 eggs, at room temperature
1 1/4 cups / 296 milliliters buttermilk
6 ounces / 3/4 cup / 170 grams ricotta
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Grated zest of 1 to 2 lemons (to taste)
2 tablespoons poppy seeds

1
Heat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Brush a Bundt pan with melted butter and lightly dust with flour.
3
Sift together flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda into a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer.
4
In another large bowl beat together eggs, buttermilk, ricotta, melted butter, honey, lemon extract and vanilla.
5
If using a stand mixer, fit with paddle and beat at low speed for about 30 seconds, then add liquids and beat for about 1 minute, or until thoroughly combined.
6
Stop machine, scrape bottom of the bowl with a spatula to bring up any unmixed flour, and beat for another minute on low speed.
7
If using a bowl and whisk, whisk together dry ingredients then whisk in wet ingredients until smooth.
8
The mixture should be thick and, in the perfect words of Peter Reinhart, soupy.
9
Stir in lemon zest and poppy seeds.
10
Scrape batter into prepared Bundt pan and place in oven.
11
Set timer for 45 minutes.
12
Rotate pan 180 degrees and bake for another 25 to 35 minutes, until cake is nicely browned and a toothpick comes out clean when inserted.
13
Remove from oven and allow to rest in pan for 10 to 15 minutes, then invert onto a rack and allow to cool completely.

1375

kcal

Calories

102

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 383 grams / about 3 cups whole wheat flour, 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda, and more.

Yes, Whole Wheat and Ricotta Bundt Cake With Lemon and Poppy Seeds falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Whole Wheat and Ricotta Bundt Cake With Lemon and Poppy Seeds

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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