Collagen Citrus & Ricotta Cake
Who says desserts can’t be both delicious and nourishing? This Collagen Citrus & Ricotta Cake is the perfect guilt-free indulgence for those who prioritise health without compromising on flavour. Packed with the tangy freshness of lemon, the creamy goodness of ricotta, and the wholesome benefits of fine polenta, this recipe is elevated with Nutraviva Australian Collagen Hydrolysate, supporting your wellness journey one slice at a time.
With its balanced sweetness from coconut sugar and honey, plus a crunchy macadamia topping, this cake offers a naturally gluten-free option that’s rich in nutrients and bursting with zesty goodness. Whether it’s a midweek treat or a weekend delight, this recipe proves that healthy eating can be both satisfying and simple.
Serves - 6
Time - Approximately 1 hour 20 min
Ingredients
200g unsalted butter, softened, chopped
2/3 cup coconut sugar
3 tbs Nutraviva Australian Collagen Hydrolysate powder
3 eggs
250g ricotta, plus extra to serve
2/3 cup fine polenta
1 tbs runny honey, warmed, plus extra to serve
Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 2 lemons
2 tsp baking powder
1 sprig thyme, broken into pieces
2-3tbs chopped macadamias
1 tsp celtic salt
Method
1 - Preheat oven to 160 degrees C. Grease the base and sides of a 23cm x 13cm loaf tin and line with baking paper, leaving 5cm overhanging on long edges.
2 - Put the butter and sugar in a food processor. Process until the mixture is creamy. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, processing until combined. Transfer to a large bowl.
3 - Gently fold in the ricotta, collagen, polenta, honey, lemon zest and juice, baking powder, and salt. Pour into the tin. Poke 6 or 7 little pieces of thyme into the top of the batter. Scatter the nuts over the top, pressing lightly. Bake for 1 hour or until the cake is golden brown and a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean. Serve with extra ricotta and a drizzle of honey. Enjoy your dense zesty lemon cake!
With Nutraviva’s Australian Collagen Hydrolysate, this recipe not only tastes amazing but also provide a natural boost to your daily wellness. You could also choose to use our original Collagen Hydrolysate or Marine Collagen powders (use 3 teaspoons instead) for this recipe if preferred.
