Can I substitute creme fraiche for the ricotta in Louisa's cake

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Nikkitha B. December 24, 2017
You could, but it might change the texture (tighter crumb) and add a tang, which is great if you like that extra dimension. Do you have mascarpone? That might be closer. Goat cheese (not bad in baking, if you like tang) and cottage cheese (common low-fat alternative) also work. It's a matter of moisture: fresh cheeses will do well here, while creme fraiche is more comparable to a yogurt. It will still make a good cake, just not exactly Louisa's cake. Hope that helps!
 
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