Ricotta-Chocolate Cheesecake
Ricotta cheesecake is a traditional Italian dessert that is lighter and less sweet than a classic New York-style cheesecake.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 200 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Ricotta-Chocolate Cheesecake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
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In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
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In a large bowl, beat together the ricotta cheese, cream cheese, sugar, flour, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the melted chocolate chips.
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Pour the filling over the crust in the pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
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Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are slightly golden. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven for 1 hour to cool gradually.
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Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
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Before serving, remove the sides of the springform pan. Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
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Slice and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 380kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25g39%
- Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 9g18%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
