Italian cream cheese and ricotta cheesecake –Hey y’all! Who’s ready to whip up something delicious? Today, we’re diving into a creamy delight that’ll make your taste buds dance—Creamy Italian Ricotta Cheesecake! This recipe is perfect for gatherings or just that sweet moment when you need a little pick-me-up. Let’s get to it!
Look at This Gorgeous Cheesecake!
Feast your eyes on this beauty! This cheesecake is not just a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes.
Now that we’ve set the mood, let’s gather our ingredients and get cooking!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 (15 oz) containers of ricotta cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grab that 9-inch springform pan and grease it lightly.
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs resemble wet sand.
- Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for about 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese and granulated sugar. Beat until it’s smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and salt until just combined.
- Pour that creamy mixture over your cooled crust, smoothing it out with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly. Don’t worry, it’ll firm up as it cools.
- Once baked, turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool inside for about an hour.
- Remove it from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight if you can resist.
- When ready to serve, dust with powdered sugar if desired, slice, and enjoy your delicious creamy cheesecake!
There you have it, folks! A rich, scrumptious Ricotta Cheesecake that’s sure to impress everyone at the table. So, put on that apron and let’s make some sweet memories!