Italian Recipes – Desserts
Ricotta Cheesecake
Ricotta Cheesecake (Crostata di Ricotta) Prepare this cake ahead of time, as it must be chilled for at least 12 hours Cheesecake Pastry1 1/2 pounds ricotta cheese, well drained1/2 cup granulated sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 eggs1 teaspoon grated orange peel1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons golden raisins2 tablespoons finely cut-up candied citron2 tablespoons chopped […]
Rich Italian Fruitcake
Rich Italian Fruitcake 3 cups dried figs or dates 1/2 cup white seedless raisins 1/3 cup dried cranberries 1/3 cup almonds, toasted and finely chopped 1/2 cup cocoa powder2 1/2 cups soft wholegrain breadcrumbs 5 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 4 teaspoons honey Oil and dry breadcrumbs for pan 4 teaspoons […]
Rum Custard Cake
Rum Custard Cake Orange cake4 eggs, separated1 cup granulated sugar1 cup sifted flour1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons hot water2 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons grated orange peel1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar Orange-Rum Syrup6 tablespoons granulated sugar6 tablespoons water1 teaspoon grated orange peel1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel1/3 cup light rum Custard4 eggs1/3 cup granulated sugar1 […]