Description
Italian Easter Ricotta Pie is a delightful dessert filled with rich ricotta cheese, sweet vanilla, and zesty lemon, symbolizing celebration and family gatherings during the Easter season.
Ingredients
- Ricotta cheese: 2 cups (about 500 grams)
- Granulated sugar: 3/4 cup (150 grams)
- Large eggs: 3
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Lemon zest: From 1 lemon
- Pie crust: 1 (store-bought or homemade)
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (plus extra for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare your pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan, pricking the bottom with a fork.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and ground cinnamon. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes until the filling is set and lightly golden.
- Let the pie cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Dust the top with ground cinnamon, slice, and serve.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or candied citrus peel to the filling.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Serve with whipped cream, fresh fruit, or a drizzle of fruit puree for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Italian Easter Ricotta Pie, Pastiera, Easter dessert, ricotta cheese pie