Sicilian Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Sicilian Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups crushed chocolate cookies; 3 tablespoons butter; 2 1/2 cups ricotta cheese; 1 cup confectioners' sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons finely chopped candied lemon and orange peel; 2 tablespoons creme de cacao liqueur; 2 (1 ounce) squares bittersweet chocolate, grated; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar, or to taste; 2 (1 ounce) squares bittersweet chocolate, grated

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups crushed chocolate cookies
3 tablespoons butter
2 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons finely chopped candied lemon and orange peel
2 tablespoons creme de cacao liqueur
2 (1 ounce) squares bittersweet chocolate, grated
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar, or to taste
2 (1 ounce) squares bittersweet chocolate, grated

1
In a small bowl, mix together the crushed cookies and butter. Press into the bottom of a 9 inch springform pan. Refrigerate while you prepare the filling.
2
In a medium bowl, beat the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of confectioners' sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy using an electric mixer. Stir in candied peel and 2 ounces of grated chocolate by hand. Spoon the filling over the chilled crust, and smooth out the top surface. Refrigerate for 6 hours, or overnight.
3
Just before serving, whip cream with 1 tablespoon of confectioners' sugar until stiff in a small bowl using an electric mixer. Run a knife around the outside edge of the cake, and remove the sides of the pan. Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cake, and sprinkle with remaining grated chocolate. Serve immediately.

1691

kcal

Calories

Fat

174

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups crushed chocolate cookies, 3 tablespoons butter, 2 1/2 cups ricotta cheese, 1 cup confectioners' sugar, and more.

Yes, Sicilian 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.

Sicilian Cheesecake

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