Sicilian Ricotta Cheese Cake

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories while maintaining a similar texture.

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: semi-sweet chocolate

Semi-sweet chocolate is often less expensive and still provides sweetness.

candied fruit

🥗Healthier: dried fruit

💰Cheaper: fresh fruit

Dried fruit can be a healthier option with less sugar.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are often cheaper and nut-free.

Grease the springform pan with butter.

Break the eggs and beat them with a spoon until well mixed.

Add sugar to the beaten eggs and mix well.

Incorporate the ricotta cheese into the egg and sugar mixture until blended well.

Add the zest from two oranges and mix until well incorporated.

Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C).

Transfer the mixture into the greased springform pan placed on a cookie sheet.

Bake at 425°F for 30 minutes, then lower the temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for another 40 minutes.

Run a butter knife around the edge of the cake to prevent sticking as it cools.

Let the cake cool for 2 to 3 hours before serving.

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