Ricotta Chesecake

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 14
Delectable Ricotta Cheese Cake simply melts in your mouth
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

30 ounces ricotta cheese ( containers of whole milk ricotta )
1 tablespoon unsalted butter ( room temperature )
1 tablespoon sugar , plus
1 cup breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons breadcrumbs
16 ounces cream cheese ( Philly please , cubed and room temperature )
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons matzo meal
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
412
Sugar
22g
Fat
31g
Ricotta Cheese Cake is an Italian dessert that is usually made with ricotta cheese, eggs, sugar, and flavorings. It has its roots in Sicily where the cake is traditionally made. Ricotta Cheese Cake is light and fluffy and has a velvety texture that melts in your mouth. It is perfect for a special occasion or as an after-dinner treat. The cheesecake is also versatile enough to be paired with different toppings, such as fresh fruit, chocolate sauce, or whipped cream. The ricotta cheese gives the cake its unique flavor and is the star of the show, making it a must-try for anyone looking for a new dessert experience.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan with butter, and dust with 1 tablespoon sugar and 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs.
2.In a food processor, combine the ricotta cheese and cream cheese until smooth.
3.Add eggs and process until just blended. Mix in 1 tablespoon sugar, matzo meal, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and kosher salt.
4.Pour batter into the prepared pan, and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour until the cake is golden brown.
5.Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool for about 30 minutes before taking it out. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen any areas that may have stuck. Keep the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours to set until ready to serve.

PROS

Ricotta Cheese Cake has a rich, creamy texture and a mild sweetness that can satisfy your dessert cravings.
It is also gluten-free which makes it a good choice for people who are gluten intolerant.

CONS

The Ricotta Cheese Cake is high in calories, fat and sugar, which can be a downside for people on a diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ricotta Cheese Cake is not the best choice for a healthy dessert. However, ricotta cheese is low in fat and high in protein which makes it a healthier choice than other types of cheese. Lemon juice and zest provide a good source of vitamin C which helps to boost the immune system.

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