Buy Now → Fluffy Lemon Ricotta Cheesecake
A light and airy cheesecake infused with bright lemon flavor, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 305 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 graham cracker crust
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine ricotta cheese, cream cheese, and sugar in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the graham cracker crust.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set and slightly golden.
- Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 240 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use fresh lemon juice and zest for vibrant flavor. Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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