Classic Italian Cheesecake
Classic Italian Cheesecake
1 Hr(s) 45 Min(s)
15 Min(s) Prep
1 Hr(s) 30 Min(s) Cook
Make Mamma proud with this rich, dense Classic Italian Cheesecake recipe. Made with ricotta instead of cream cheese, our Classic Italian Cheesecake will be a welcome addition at any big family dinner.
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16 servings
Original recipe yields 16 servings
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
3 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted
2 Tbsp. sugar
1-1/4 cups sugar
1/4 cup flour
1/2 cup whipping cream
2 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. grated lemon zest
5 eggs
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Let's Make It
1
Preheat oven to 350°F if using a silver 9-inch springform pan (or to 325°F if using a dark nonstick 9-inch springform pan). Mix crumbs, butter and 2 Tbsp. sugar. Press firmly onto bottom of pan. Bake 10 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, beat ricotta cheese, 1-1/4 cups sugar and flour in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add whipping cream, vanilla and zest; mix well. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing just until blended after each addition. Pour over crust.
3
Bake 1 hour and 20 minutes or until center is almost set. Run knife or metal spatula around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool before removing rim of pan. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. Store leftover cheesecake in refrigerator.
Kitchen Tips
Tip 1
Size Wise
Serve this rich and indulgent cheesecake on a special occasion. It's sure to be a hit with your friends and family!
Tip 2
How to
To avoid overbaking a cheesecake, check for doneness at the minimum baking time by gently shaking the pan. If the cheesecake is done, the edge should be slightly puffed and it will be set except for a small area in the center that will be soft and jiggly. Do not insert a knife into the center as this may cause the cheesecake to crack during cooling.
Tip 3
Make Ahead
Cheesecake can be prepared the day ahead. Cover; refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition
Calories
280
Calories From Fat
0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15g
19%
Saturated Fat 9g
45%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 110mg
37%
Sodium 190mg
8%
Total Carbohydrates 28g
10%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Sugars 23g
46%
Protein 9g
18%
Vitamin A
6%
Vitamin C
0%
Calcium
2%
Iron
2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
servings
Makes 16 servings.
* Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin and freshness of ingredients used.
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