Name: Irresistible Ricotta Free Surprise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Ingredients: · Cream cheese – 400 g (14 oz) · Plain Greek-style yogurt – 240 g (1 cup) · Granulated sugar – 150 g (¾ cup) · Large eggs – 3 · All-purpose flour – 40 g (⅓ cup) · Vanilla extract – 2 teaspoons · Lemon zest – 1 tablespoon · Unsalted butter, melted – 30 g (2 tablespoons) · Baking powder – 1 teaspoon · Salt – a pinch

Irresistible Ricotta Free Surprise

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A smooth, creamy baked dessert inspired by classic ricotta-style cakes, made without ricotta and perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Yield: 8 slices

Ingredients

·         Cream cheese – 400 g (14 oz)

·         Plain Greek-style yogurt – 240 g (1 cup)

·         Granulated sugar – 150 g (¾ cup)

·         Large eggs – 3

·         All-purpose flour – 40 g (⅓ cup)

·         Vanilla extract – 2 teaspoons

·         Lemon zest – 1 tablespoon

·         Unsalted butter, melted – 30 g (2 tablespoons)

·         Baking powder – 1 teaspoon

·         Salt – a pinch

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 170°C / 340°F and line a 20 cm (8-inch) pan.

2. Beat cream cheese until smooth.

3. Add sugar and mix until creamy.

4. Blend in yogurt, then eggs one at a time.

5. Add vanilla and lemon zest.

6. Fold in flour, baking powder, and salt.

7. Mix in melted butter.

8. Pour batter into pan and smooth top.

9. Bake 45–50 minutes until just set.

10. Cool gradually, then chill or serve at room temperature.

Notes

For best texture, avoid overbaking. The center should remain slightly soft and will firm up as it cools. This dessert pairs beautifully with fresh fruit or a light dusting of powdered sugar.

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