Orange or Clementine Ricotta Cheesecake Recipe
Indulge in the creamy, citrus-infused delight of this Orange or Clementine Ricotta Cheesecake. A luscious blend of ricotta and cream cheese, kissed with fresh orange or clementine flavors, all nestled atop a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for a sweet ending to any meal or special occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (plus chilling)
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Graham Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup fresh orange or clementine juice
- 1 tablespoon finely grated orange or clementine zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare Crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into pan and bake.
- Make Filling: Beat ricotta and cream cheese. Add sugar, eggs, flour, then orange juice, zest, vanilla, and salt. Pour over crust.
- Bake: Bake until set. Cool in oven, then refrigerate.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream or orange slices.
Notes
- Use fresh clementine juice and zest for a sweeter flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, use almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs.
- Bring all ingredients to room temperature for the smoothest texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
