Ricotta Honey Cheesecake
Whole-milk ricotta and honey are the two main flavors in this lighter-style cheesecake, which skips the dense cream-cheese base in favor of a softer, slightly grainy texture. It bakes in about 50 minutes and benefits from a full overnight chill before slicing.
Equipment
- Springform pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Electric Mixer
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Oven
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 tablespoon honey
For the Filling:
- 2 cups ricotta cheese preferably fresh
- 1 cup cream cheese softened
- ½ cup honey
- 3 large eggs room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 medium lemon zest only
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan lightly using butter or a non-stick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1 tablespoon of honey. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove and allow it to cool while preparing the filling.
- For the filling, blend ricotta and cream cheese together in a mixing bowl until creamy, using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Add the 1/2 cup of honey, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest to the cheese blend. Beat until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the oven for about 1 hour, or until the edges are set and the center has a gentle jiggle.
- Cool the cheesecake to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 3 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Remove from the springform pan and serve chilled.
Notes
Tammy’s Tips:
- Ingredient Substitution: You can substitute graham cracker crumbs with digestive biscuits for a different taste and texture.
- Dietary Adaptation: For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs.
- Professional Tip: To enhance the lemon flavor, add a teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice to the cheese filling.
Nutrition
Calories: 482kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 13gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 161mgSodium: 274mgPotassium: 192mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 1116IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 187mgIron: 1mg
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