Ricotta Timbale from An Italian Feast
For all you ricotta dessert lovers.
Ingredients
- 5 eggs large, separated
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 ¾ lbs fresh ricotta made with sheep's milk if available
- ½ tablespoon lemon zest
- ¼ cup cognac or 1-2 teaspoon of vanilla extract, ¼ cup water, & ¼ teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- butter for greasing
Instructions
- Separate the Eggs: Wash your hands with soap and water. Crack the eggs and separate the yolks one at a time. The egg whites and yolks should be in separate clean bowls. Wash your hands when finished.
- Use a kitchen scale to weigh the sugar in a clean bowl.
- Whisk the Egg Whites: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Attach the wire whisk to the stand mixer. Whisk the egg whites until they form peaks and are stiff. Transfer the egg whites to a large clean bowl. Clean the mixing bowl.
- Combine the Egg Yolks & Sugar: Add the yolks and sugar to the mixing bowl. Attach the paddle beater. Beat until it is homogeneous and pale yellow.
- Add the Ricotta, Lemon Zest, Vinegar, Vanilla, & Cinnamon: Add the ricotta cheese to the bowl. Zest the lemon into the bowl. Use measuring spoons to add the vinegar, vanilla, and cinnamon to the bowl. Beat at medium speed to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to the bowl of egg whites. Gently fold it in.
- Butter a pie dish or flan mold. Transfer the cheese mixture to it so that it is even.
- Bake for 1 Hour: Place the dish on top of a baking sheet or pan and bake for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, decrease the temperature to 300 degrees. Bake for 50 minutes, until light golden and a fork inserted into the center comes out clean.
Notes
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
- Full Recipe Info and Pictures at: https://happyhomeschooladventures.com/ricotta-dessert
Nutrition
Calories: 326kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 15gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 153mgSodium: 123mgPotassium: 144mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 590IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 222mgIron: 1mg
Estimated nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is not guaranteed.
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