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Lemon Ricotta Cheesecake

A delightful lemon ricotta cheesecake that's light and creamy.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 320 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 3 Large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
  • ¼ cup All-purpose flour

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the ricotta cheese and sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Mix in the vanilla extract and lemon zest.
  5. Gradually add the flour and mix until just combined.
  6. Pour the mixture into a greased springform pan.
  7. Bake for 60 minutes or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
  8. Let the cheesecake cool completely before removing from the pan.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 150mg | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Cheesecake, Lemon, Ricotta
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