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Indulge in the Creamy Delight of Ricotta Cheesecake: A Heavenly Citrus Twist

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  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (plus 4 hours chilling)
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Ricotta Cheesecake is a creamy delight that will melt in your mouth! With a delicate blend of ricotta and cream cheese, and a refreshing hint of lemon, it’s the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Ingredients

Scale
  1. 2 cups ricotta cheese (500g)
  2. 1 cup cream cheese, softened (250g)
  3. 1 cup sugar (200g)
  4. 3 large eggs
  5. 1 tsp vanilla extract
  6. Zest of 1 lemon
  7. 1 cup crushed graham crackers (100g)
  8. 1/4 cup melted butter (60g

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a springform pan.
  • Mix crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Press the mixture into the pan to form the crust.
  • Beat ricotta cheese, cream cheese, and sugar until smooth. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest, mixing well.
  • Pour the cheesecake mixture over the prepared crust and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and slightly golden on top.
  • Allow the cheesecake to cool completely. Chill for at least 4 hours in the refrigerator before serving.
  • Slice and enjoy your light and creamy ricotta cheesecake!

Notes

  • You can garnish with additional lemon zest or fresh fruit if desired.
  • Make sure to allow enough time for chilling to get the best texture.
  • You can prepare the crust ahead of time for a quicker assembly.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of the pie)
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg