Description
Creamy Citrus Ricotta Delight is a silky, citrus-infused ricotta pie that combines the zest of lemons and oranges with the delicate texture of ricotta cheese. Perfect for any occasion, this Italian-inspired dessert is simple to make yet irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for greasing)
- Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch pie pan with unsalted butter and set aside.
- In a large bowl, blend the ricotta cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and orange zest.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the ricotta mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pie pan and smooth the surface evenly.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the pie in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh ricotta cheese.
- You can substitute lime zest for lemon or orange zest for a unique flavor twist.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream or fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: Ricotta pie, citrus dessert, Italian dessert, creamy pie