The BEST RICOTTA  PIE

Creamy and irresistible, this is the best sweet ricotta pie ever! The filling comes together in minutes and is flavored with lemon. It's the perfect dessert for Easter.

RICOTTA PIE

EASY  RICOTTA PIE

Prep Time: 45 minutes (includes pie crust)

Yield: 8 slices

Baking Time: 35 minutes

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INGREDIENTS

Sweet pie crust Ricotta Eggs Sugar Flour Salt Cream Sour cream Lemon  Vanilla Marsala (optional)

Start with a sweet pie crust or the Italian pasta frolla.

PIE CRUST

Roll dough on a lightly floured surface until a few inches bigger than the pie plate.

ROLLING

Don't stretch the dough and pinch the edges. Cut any  overhanging pieces.

LINE THE PAN

If it's too watery, drain it in a colander with a cheesecloth.

RICOTTA CHEESE

Mix all ingredients in a large bowl except the egg whites.

THE FILLING

Beat them in a clean bowl and add to the ricotta mixture. 

EGG WHITES

Follow instructions in the recipe card and bake until golden.

BAKING

Serve at room temperature or barely cold. 

SERVING THE PIE

Refrigerate leftovers covered, to prevent dryness.

Kitchen Notes

01 Read the recipe before starting.

02 Make sure pie dough is cold when rolling.

03 Measure ingredients and respect temperatures.

04 Follow pan size instructions.