Best Easy Ciambellone della Nonna Recipe

Grandma's tall ring cake with its golden crust and tender crumb is pure nostalgia. This classic mediterranean dessert is a family baking tradition passed down for generations.

Cook 65 min Difficulty NORMAL 320 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • all-purpose flour 2.5 cups
  • large eggs 3 pieces
  • whole milk 0.67 cup
  • light olive oil 0.5 cup
  • granulated sugar 1.25 cups
  • lemon zest 1 tbsp
  • baking powder 1 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • vanilla extract 1 tsp
  • salt 0.5 tsp
  • powdered sugar 2 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 49 g 61%
Protein 6 g 8%
Fat 11 g 31%
Serving size 110g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Thoroughly grease and flour a bundt or ring cake pan to prevent sticking.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar at medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    With the mixer on low, stream in the olive oil slowly, then add the whole milk, vanilla extract, and lemon zest, making sure to blend just until combined.

  4. 4

    In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt, then gradually add the dry mixture into the wet, mixing at low speed just until no streaks remain.

  5. 5

    Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 40–45 minutes on the middle rack, rotating halfway, until the cake is tall, golden, and a tester comes out clean.

  6. 6

    Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a rack. When completely cool, dust the top with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Ciambellone della Nonna recipe?
The hallmark ingredients that give this cake its character are olive oil for moisture and delicate flavor, lemon zest for brightness, and a high ratio of eggs for structure and tenderness. Together they create the signature tall, fragrant, golden crumb.
Q. What is the most important baking tip for the perfect ciambellone texture?
Gently folding in the sifted dry ingredients—without overmixing—and baking at 350°F with careful timing ensures a tender crumb and high rise. Overmixing or opening the oven too early can cause the cake to be dense or collapse.
Q. How do I avoid a dry or dense ciambellone?
Make sure to measure flour accurately and do not overbake; bake only until a skewer comes out clean. Also, streaming in olive oil slowly and using whole milk adds needed moisture and helps guarantee a soft, airy crumb.
Q. What are the nutrition facts per serving for this Ciambellone?
Each serving is approximately 110g and contains about 320 kcal, with 49g of carbohydrates (61% of calories), 6g of protein (8%), and 11g of fat (31%), making it a classic Mediterranean sweet suitable for most dessert occasions.
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