Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this Italian Ricotta Pie, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the flour and mix until well incorporated.
- Grease a pie pan with butter and pour the mixture into the pan.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Serve chilled for the best flavor.
- Add fresh fruit on top for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 90mg