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Ricotta Pie

Ricotta Pie: A Delicious Dessert That’s Easy to Love

  • Author: ranime
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 mins (+ cooling)
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A traditional Italian Ricotta Pie with a velvety smooth filling lightly sweetened and flavored with citrus, nestled in a buttery pastry crust. Perfect for Easter or any special occasion!

Ingredients

Scale

    • Pasta Frolla (Sweet Shortcrust):

      • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

      • 1/3 cup powdered sugar

      • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

      • 1/4 teaspoon salt

      • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

      • 1 large egg

    • Ricotta Filling:

      • 2 cups whole milk ricotta

      • 1/2 cup sour cream

      • 3/4 cup granulated sugar

      • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

      • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

      • 2 tablespoons lemon zest

      • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

      • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

      • 3 large eggs

Instructions

  1. Make Crust: Pulse flour, sugar, and salt in food processor. Add butter and pulse until pea-sized. Add egg and 1 tbsp water; pulse until dough forms. Divide in half, flatten into discs, wrap and chill 1 hour.
  2. Prep Filling: Beat ricotta and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time. Mix in vanilla, zests, and cinnamon. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
  3. Assemble: Roll out one dough disc to fit 9-inch pie plate. Add filling. Roll out second disc, cut into strips, and make lattice top. Trim and crimp edges.
  4. Bake: Brush with egg wash. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 50-60 minutes until golden and set (center should jiggle slightly).
  5. Cool: Let cool completely (4+ hours) before slicing. Chill overnight for cleanest slices.

Notes

  • For extra smooth filling: Press ricotta through sieve before mixing.
  • Traditional variation: Add 1/4 cup candied fruit peel to filling.
  • Make ahead: Dough keeps refrigerated 3 days or frozen 1 month.
  • Serving tip: Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with honey.
  • Prep Time: 30 mins (+ chilling)
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg

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