Ricotta Pie
A classic Italian dessert, this Ricotta Pie is creamy and delicately sweet with a hint of lemon. Perfect for special occasions or a delicious treat after a meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 350cal
Carbohydrate: 30g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 20g
Cholesterol: 90mg
Sodium: 180mg
Difficulty Level: easy
20 min Prep
50 min Cook
1 hr 10 min Total
8 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 pre-made 9-inch pie crust
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, sugar, and eggs. Beat until smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract, lemon zest, cinnamon, and salt to the mixture. Stir until combined.
- Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan. Pour the ricotta mixture into the crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set and top is golden.
- Allow the pie to cool completely, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
