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Baked Ricotta
5 from 88 votes

Baked Ricotta

Baked Ricotta features fresh ricotta cheese blended with egg, Parmesan, and seasoning, baked until golden and creamy. A fresh tomato topping with basil and oregano adds a bright contrast to the rich, soft cheese. This dish delivers a lightly firm exterior with a tender, creamy interior, ideal for serving warm or at room temperature.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 1303 kcal
Course: Appetizer, Snacks
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups ricotta cheese 350 grams, fresh
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese 25 + 6 grams, freshly grated, divided, 1 tablespoon
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1-2 pinches salt
  • 1-2 dashes black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
TOMATO TOPPING
  • 10 grape tomato or cherry tomato, chopped
  • 3-4 fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1-2 pinches salt
  • 2-4 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

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  1. Pre-heat oven to 400F (200C).
  2. In a medium bowl beat the egg with a whisk, then add the ricotta cheese, ¼ cup of parmesan cheese, oregano, salt and pepper, whisk together until completed combined.
  3. Spoon the ricotta into a small 5-6 inch (14 cm) oven safe baking dish, then sprinkle with the tablespoon of parmesan cheese. Bake for approximately 20-30 minutes or until golden brown on top. Remove from the oven and drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil. Serve warm or room temperature.
TOMATO TOPPING
  1. In a small bowl toss together the chopped tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt and olive oil. Serve over the baked ricotta if desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories 1303kcal (65%) Carbohydrates 39g (13%) Protein 63g (126%) Fat 102g (157%) Saturated Fat 42g (210%) Cholesterol 391mg (130%) Sodium 1589mg (66%) Potassium 1926mg (41%) Fiber 9g (36%) Sugar 18g (36%) Vitamin A 7430IU (149%) Vitamin C 85mg (94%) Calcium 1182mg (118%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 cup

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1303

% Daily Value*

Calories 1303kcal 65%
Carbohydrates 39g 13%
Protein 63g 126%
Fat 102g 157%
Saturated Fat 42g 210%
Cholesterol 391mg 130%
Sodium 1589mg 66%
Potassium 1926mg 41%
Fiber 9g 36%
Sugar 18g 36%
Vitamin A 7430IU 149%
Vitamin C 85mg 94%
Calcium 1182mg 118%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.