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Ricotta Cheesecake Recipe

A delightful and creamy ricotta cheesecake that's perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 320 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 4 Eggs large
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest freshly grated

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the ricotta cheese and sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, flour, and lemon zest.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
  6. Allow the cheesecake to cool in the pan on a wire rack. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 200mg | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Cheesecake, Ricotta
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