Sbriciolata (Italian Crumb Cake)

Sbriciolata is a delightful Italian crumb cake that captures the essence of comfort food. This dessert is both simple and delicious. Its crumbly texture and rich flavours make it a favourite among many.

For the Crust:

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• A pinch of salt
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 large egg
• Zest of 1 lemon (optional)

For the Filling:

• 1 cup (250g) ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup (100g) dark chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the crust: In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the cold cubed butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to incorporate it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg and lemon zest (if using) and mix until the dough comes together. It should remain crumbly.
3. Assemble the crust: Divide the crumbly dough into two portions. Press one portion firmly into the bottom of the prepared cake pan to form an even base.
4. Prepare the filling: In another bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth. If desired, fold in the chocolate chips.
5. To assemble the cake, Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the crust. Sprinkle the remaining crumbly dough on top to cover the filling.
6. Bake: Place the cake in the oven and bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. Allow the cake to cool in the pan before transferring it to a serving plate.
7. Serve: Dust the top with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and enjoy your delicious Sbriciolata!

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Sbriciolata (Italian Crumb Cake)

Craving something sweet? Try our Sbriciolata recipe! This Italian crumb cake is simple to make and perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine Italian

Ingredients

  

For the Crust:

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• A pinch of salt
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 large egg
• Zest of 1 lemon (optional)

For the Filling:

• 1 cup (250g) ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup (100g) dark chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
• Prepare the crust: In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the cold cubed butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to incorporate it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg and lemon zest (if using) and mix until the dough comes together. It should remain crumbly.
• Assemble the crust: Divide the crumbly dough into two portions. Press one portion firmly into the bottom of the prepared cake pan to form an even base.
• Prepare the filling: In another bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth. If desired, fold in the chocolate chips.
• To assemble the cake, Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the crust. Sprinkle the remaining crumbly dough on top to cover the filling.
• Bake: Place the cake in the oven and bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. Allow the cake to cool in the pan before transferring it to a serving plate.
• Serve: Dust the top with powdered sugar if desired.

Keyword Sbriciolata