Lighter Ricotta Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Lighter Ricotta Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 12 ounces graham crackers, crushed; 3 tablespoons butter, melted; 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar; 1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger; 30 ounces part-skim ricotta cheese; 3 eggs; 1 egg white; 1 cup buttermilk; ½ cup sugar; 1 tablespoon vanilla

Servings: persons

5 12 ounces graham crackers, crushed
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
30 ounces part-skim ricotta cheese
3 eggs
1 egg white
1 cup buttermilk
½ cup sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2
Grease an 9-inch springform pan.
3
Mix together cracker crumbs, melted butter, dark brown sugar and ground ginger; press onto bottom of pan; set aside.
4
In a blender or food processor, process the remaining ingredients until well-blended and smooth; pour into prepared pan.
5
Place a pan of hot water on the bottom rack of the oven (this prevents the cake from cracking).
6
Bake the cake in the centre for 45-60 minutes or until set.
7
Chill before serving.

1336

kcal

Calories

105

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 12 ounces graham crackers, crushed, 3 tablespoons butter, melted, 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, 1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger, and more.

Yes, Lighter Ricotta Cheesecake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Lighter Ricotta Cheesecake

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