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Ricotta Pie

Indulgent Ricotta Pie That Will Steal the Show at Dinner

This Classic Italian Ricotta Pie is a creamy, zesty dessert that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine Italian
Servings 8 slices
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Filling

  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
  • 1 tablespoon zest of lemon
  • 1 tablespoon zest of orange
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

For the Crust

  • 1 9-inch pie crust homemade or store-bought

Instructions
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the pie crust in a pie dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk the ricotta for 2 to 3 minutes until smooth.
  • Combine the filling ingredients in the bowl with the whisked ricotta and mix gently.
  • Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust and smooth the top.
  • Bake the pie for 50 to 60 minutes until golden and the center slightly wobbles.
  • Cool the pie at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Serve the chilled Ricotta Pie dusted with powdered sugar and garnish as desired.

Notes

Whisk the ricotta until smooth for the best texture. Chill the pie to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg
Keyword chilled dessert, cream pie, Easy Dessert, Italian Dessert, Make-Ahead Dessert, Ricotta Pie
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