Classic Ricotta Cheese Pie Recipe

Indulge in the creamy and sweet flavors of this classic Ricotta Cheese Pie. Made with a flaky crust and a rich filling of ricotta cheese, eggs, sugar, and vanilla, this recipe will satisfy any sweet tooth. It is a perfect dessert for any occasion, whether you are hosting a dinner party or simply craving something sweet. With a prep time of only 15 minutes and a baking time of 45 minutes, you can have this delightful pie ready to serve in no time.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 3 large eggs
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and granulated sugar. Cut in the chilled butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. In a separate bowl, beat 1 egg. Add the beaten egg to the flour mixture and mix until the dough comes together.
4. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead it a few times until it becomes smooth. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, in another mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and the remaining 2 eggs. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated. If desired, stir in the raisins and lemon zest.
6. Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to fit the pie dish. Place the rolled-out dough into the greased pie dish, pressing it gently to fit the bottom and sides.
7. Pour the ricotta cheese mixture into the prepared pie crust.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let the pie cool for at least 1 hour before serving. For best results, refrigerate the pie for a few hours or overnight to allow it to fully set.
10. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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