Ricotta and Strawberry Cheese Pie with Almond Crust

Name: Ricotta and Strawberry Cheese Pie with Almond Crust
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter unsalted; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 small eggs; 1/2 cup flour, all-purpose; ⅔ cup almonds finely ground; ⅛ teaspoon baking powder; ⅛ teaspoon salt; 15 ounces ricotta cheese; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 1/2 cups sour cream; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 2 teaspoons lemon zest; 2 large eggs; 1 x berries grapes, or orange garnish.

Servings: persons

1/4 cup butter unsalted
1/4 cup sugar
1 small eggs
1/2 cup flour, all-purpose
⅔ cup almonds finely ground
⅛ teaspoon baking powder
⅛ teaspoon salt
15 ounces ricotta cheese
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 large eggs
1 x berries grapes, or orange garnish.

1
To make crust:
2
Cream butter and sugar in processor until smooth.
3
Add flour, almonds, baking powder and salt and process just until combined.
4
Gather dough into a ball, flatten into a disk and refrigerate 1 hour in plastic wrap.
5
Press dough into glass pie plate, trimming excess even with edge of dish.
6
Crimp edge decoratively.
7
Refrigerate 1 hour.
8
Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
9
Line crust with foil.
10
Fill with dried beans or pie weights.
11
Bake 12 minutes.
12
Remove beans and foil and bake until crust is set and edges are golden brown, about 20minutes.
13
Transfer to rack and turn the temperature up to 400 degree F.
14
As the pie is baking, meanwhile prepare the filling.
15
To make filling:
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Blend ricotta cheese, sour cream, sugar, cornstarch, lemon peel, and eggs in a large bowl with an electric mixer, until smooth and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
17
Pour the mixture into the pie crust and bake in 400 degree F for 10 minutes.
18
Reduce the temperature to 325 degree F.
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Keep baking for an hour, until the filling sets.
20
Turn off the oven, let pie sit in it for another half an hour.
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Cool in the pan on a wire rack completely.
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Before serving, garnish with fresh berries, or grapes or oranges.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup butter unsalted, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 small eggs, 1/2 cup flour, all-purpose, and more.

Yes, Ricotta and Strawberry Cheese Pie with Almond Crust 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!