Ricotta and Pine Nut Cheesecakes

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 4
Delicious Ricotta and Pine Nut Cheesecakes for a sweet treat
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

125 g plain sweet biscuits , suitable for cheesecake bases ( Arnott 's Granita biscuits for Australians )
60 g butter , melted
200 g fresh ricotta , low fat is fine ( I 've always found that it makes no appreciable difference to the taste )
60 ml honey
2 eggs
90 g Greek yogurt or 90 g natural yoghurt ( 1/3 cup )
85 g mascarpone
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
45 g pine nuts
cinnamon sugar , to dust

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
221
Sugar
13g
Fat
14g
Ricotta and Pine Nut Cheesecakes are a delicious twist on the classic cheesecake recipe. These mini cheesecakes are made using wholesome ingredients and contain less sugar and fat than traditional recipes. They are easy to make and are a great option for those who want a healthier dessert without sacrificing flavour. These Ricotta and Pine Nut Cheesecakes are perfect for a dinner party or special occasion. Your guests will love their unique flavour and sophisticated presentation. They are also great for meal prepping as they can be stored in the fridge for a few days, making them the perfect healthy sweet treat on-the-go.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan-forced). Grease and line a 12-hole muffin tin.
2.Process biscuits in a food processor until they resemble fine breadcrumbs. Add melted butter and pulse until combined.
3.Press mixture into the base of prepared muffin tins and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
4.In a separate bowl, mix ricotta, honey, egg, Greek yogurt, mascarpone, and ground cinnamon together until smooth.
5.Spoon mixture into prepared muffin tins and sprinkle with pine nuts.
6.Bake for 18-20 minutes, until golden and set.
7.Allow to cool before dusting with cinnamon sugar.

PROS

These mini cheesecakes are a delicious and sophisticated dessert, perfect for entertaining or special occasions.

They are easy to make and are a healthier option than traditional cheesecake recipes.

The combination of ricotta, honey and cinnamon gives them a unique and delightful flavour.

CONS

The preparation time for these cheesecakes is longer than some other desserts.

They are not as sweet as traditional cheesecakes, so may not satisfy a major sweet tooth.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These cheesecakes are a healthier dessert option than most others, as they contain less sugar and fat.
Ricotta cheese is high in protein and calcium and may also aid in digestion.
Pine nuts are a good source of vitamin E and magnesium.

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