Orange-Scented Baked Ricotta Cheesecake

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 3
Orange-Scented Baked Ricotta Cheesecake for a Citrusy Delight
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Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

900 g ricotta cheese
100 ml cream
2/3 cup caster sugar
1/3 cup plain flour or 1/3 cup gluten-free blended flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons orange zest , finely grated
1/4 cup orange liqueur
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
6 eggs
40 g sliced almonds , very lightly roasted
icing sugar , for dusting

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
391
Sugar
30g
Fat
26g
Baked Ricotta Cheesecake is a popular Italian dessert that is a great alternative to traditional New York Style Cheesecake. This version incorporates orange zest and liqueur to add a hint of citrusy flavor to the cake. Ricotta cheese is used instead of cream cheese, which makes the cake lighter and adds a unique texture to it. This dessert is perfect for special occasions or as a sweet ending to any meal. The dish is gluten-free, so people with gluten-intolerance can also indulge in this sweet treat.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and line a 9-inch (22cm) springform pan.
2.In a large bowl, beat ricotta, cream, sugar, flour, salt, orange zest, liqueur and vanilla extract until smooth.
3.Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until well combined.
4.Pour batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
5.Bake for 45-50 minutes or until set.
6.Once done, turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside oven with the door slightly ajar to cool completely.
7.After cooling, take it out from the oven and transfer the cheesecake to a serving plate and dust with icing sugar.
8.Refrigerate before serving.

PROS

This cheesecake has a light texture, thanks to the addition of ricotta cheese.
It’s gluten-free, making it perfect for people with gluten-sensitivity.
The orange zest and liqueur add a citrusy aroma to the cake, making it a refreshing dessert.

CONS

This dessert is quite high in calories and sugar, so it should be consumed in moderation.
It may not be suitable for people who are lactose intolerant.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert may not be the healthiest, ricotta cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, which are important for bone health. Oranges are packed with vitamin C which can boost your immune system, and also has fiber, folate, and potassium which can aid your digestive system and lower the risk of chronic diseases.

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