Magic Ricotta Cake with Lemon Zest

Ingredients:

• 2 cups ricotta cheese (drained, if too wet)

• 3/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste, depending on how sweet you like it)

• 4 large eggs

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Zest of 2 lemons (for that bright, citrusy flavor)

• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

• Pinch of salt

• Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

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