Can I use canned or frozen peaches?
Yes, but drain them very well and pat dry. Use canned peaches in juice, not syrup.
Can I substitute ricotta?
Yes—mascarpone (richer), cream cheese (denser), or well-drained Greek yogurt (lighter) all work.
Can I mix peaches into the batter?
Absolutely! Dice them small and fold in gently for extra fruity bites.
Why did my cake sink in the middle?
Most likely underbaked or too moist. Make sure to bake thoroughly and cool slowly.
Is this cake gluten-free?
Yes! No flour is used—just potato starch and other naturally gluten-free ingredients.
Can I freeze it?
Yes. Wrap well and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.
How should I store it?
Keep it in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days. Let it come to room temp before serving.
📝 Ingredients
For the Cake:
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Ricotta cheese (cow’s milk) – 500 g
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Eggs – 3
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Granulated sugar – 100 g
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Potato starch – 50 g
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Vanilla extract – 1 tsp
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Grated lemon zest – from 1 lemon
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Peach nectarines – 3 medium
For the Peach Marinade:
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Lemon juice – from ½ lemon
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Granulated sugar – 30 g
👩🍳 How to Make Flourless Peach Ricotta Cake
Step 1:
Wash, dry, and cut the peaches into thin slices (about 3–4 mm).
Step 2:
Place them in a bowl with 30 g of sugar and the lemon juice. Mix well and let sit for 30 minutes.
Step 3:
In a separate bowl, crack the eggs and add 100 g sugar and vanilla. Beat with an electric whisk until pale and fluffy.
Step 4:
In a third bowl, mix the ricotta with the lemon zest. Add the juice released by the marinated peaches.
Step 5:
Add the potato starch to the ricotta mixture and blend until smooth.
Step 6:
Gently fold the egg mixture into the ricotta mixture using a spatula, until fully combined and smooth.
Step 7:
Line a 20 cm round cake tin with baking paper. Pour the batter into the pan and smooth the top.
Step 8:
Arrange the peach slices in a spiral/radial pattern over the surface of the batter.
Step 9:
Bake in a preheated static oven at 340°F (170°C) for about 50 minutes, or until the cake is golden and set.
Step 10:
Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan. Carefully unmold and place on a serving plate.
Step 11:
Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired. Enjoy!
