"This easy and delicious Italian dessert is a show-stopper on any table and perfect for the holidays or any occasion like Mother’s Day, Easter, etc. It only calls for 4 ingredients, is gluten-free, protein rich and memorable. A creamy, fresh cake to serve at any occasion."
Classic Italian Ricotta Cheesecake
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Prep time 20mins
Cook time 1hr 10mins
Serves or Makes: 12
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ingredients
- 3 pounds fresh ricotta cheese
- 8 large eggs
- 1/2 pound sugar
- zest of 2 oranges
- Toppings of choice, such as: whipped cream, orange peels, raspberries
Method
Step 1
In a large bowl, mix together all the ingredients very well.
Step 2
Coat the bottom and sides of a 9″ springform pan with butter. Pour the mix in the springform pan and tap on counter.
Step 3
Bake for 30 minutes at 425F then reduce temperature to 380F and continue baking for an additional 40 minutes. The top should be a dark yellow/golden brown color.
Step 4
Let cool, and decorate with whipped cream dollops, raspberries, and orange peels as I did here or with any fresh fruit you have. Serve and enjoy!