Italian Ricotta Cheesecake

Ingredients

• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup butter, melted

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs. Mix until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Add to the ricotta mixture and mix until combined.
4. Stir in melted butter.
5. Pour batter into a greased 9-inch springform pan.
6. Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes.
7. Cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Ricotta cheese is a type of Italian cheese made from whey.
• It is a popular cheese used in Italian cooking and baking.
• Ricotta cheese is a good source of calcium and protein.