Vanilla BeanRicotta Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Vanilla BeanRicotta Cheesecake Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups graham cracker crumbs; 1 cup finely ground almonds; 1/2 cup melted butter; 1/2 cup dark brown sugar; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 3 tablespoons flour; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 pound cream cheese, at room temperature; 1 1/2 cups sugar; 1 (15-ounce) container whole-milk ricotta cheese; 4 large eggs; 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 1 vanilla bean; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup melted and cooled butter; 2 cups sour cream

Servings: persons

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup finely ground almonds
1/2 cup melted butter
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons flour
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 pound cream cheese, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 (15-ounce) container whole-milk ricotta cheese
4 large eggs
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 vanilla bean
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup melted and cooled butter
2 cups sour cream

1
Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix together 2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1 cup finely ground almonds, 1/2 cup melted butter, 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, and 2 teaspoons cinnamon.
2
Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-by-2-inch springform pan.
3
Bake 15 minutes, or until lightly browned.
4
Cool.
5
Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees F. Sift together 3 tablespoons each flour and cornstarch, and set aside.
6
Using an electric mixer, beat 1 pound room-temperature cream cheese and 1 1/2 cups sugar until smooth.
7
Beat in 1 (15-ounce) container whole-milk ricotta cheese.
8
When smooth, beat in 4 eggs, one at a time.
9
Beat in 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; the scrapings from inside 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup melted and cooled butter; and 2 cups sour cream.
10
Beat in the flour mix just long enough to combine.
11
Pour batter over prebaked graham cracker crust.
12
Surround the cake pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
13
Place the pan in a larger pan filled with hot water to about 1 inch up the sides.
14
Bake the cheesecake 1 hour or until barely set in the center.
15
Turn off the oven, leaving the cheesecake inside for 1 hour longer.
16
Cool on a rack and then refrigerate before removing from the pan and slicing into 12 portions.

2186

kcal

Calories

151

Fat

151

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1 cup finely ground almonds, 1/2 cup melted butter, 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Vanilla BeanRicotta Cheesecake Recipe 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!