Sicilian Ricotta Cheesecake

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This ricotta cheesecake is similar in style to an American cheesecake, but is much lighter. Enjoy.

Submitted by Nicole
Updated on July 14, 2022
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Servings:
12
Yield:
1 - 9 1/2 inch round cheesecake
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

  • 2 pounds ricotta cheese

  • ⅔ cup white sugar

  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour

  • 6 eggs

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 2 teaspoons orange zest

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Set rack in the middle of the oven. Butter and flour a 9 1/2 inch springform pan, and tap out excess flour.

  2. Place the ricotta in a large mixing bowl, and stir it as smooth as possible with a rubber spatula. Stir the sugar and flour together thoroughly into the ricotta. Stir in the eggs 1 at a time. Blend in the vanilla, cinnamon, orange zest, and salt. Pour batter into the prepared pan.

  3. Bake in the center of the oven for about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours, until a light golden color. Make sure the center is fairly firm, and the point of a sharp knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. It will sink slightly as it cools. Cover, and chill till serving time.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

198 Calories
9g Fat
18g Carbs
12g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 198
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 11%
Saturated Fat 5g 23%
Cholesterol 117mg 39%
Sodium 154mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 18g 7%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 12g
Protein 12g 24%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 221mg 17%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 134mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.