Italian Ricotta Pie
Italian Ricotta Pie is a traditional dessert often served during Easter in Italy.
This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 95 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Italian Ricotta Pie
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well until smooth.
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Roll out the pie crust and place it in a greased pie dish.
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Pour the ricotta mixture into the pie crust.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
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Remove from the oven and let it rest for 30 minutes before serving.
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Serve the Italian Ricotta Pie at room temperature or chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
- Sugars 15g
- Protein 10g20%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
