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Mrs. Cirelli's Cheesecake

A creamy baked rice dessert with bright citrus notes, this comforting classic blends ricotta, sweetened eggs, and tender rice into a custard-like treat. Finished with candied orange slices, it’s a simple yet elegant twist on traditional rice pudding-style desserts.

Time
1hr
Ingredients
7
Servings
7
Products

Servings

8

Ingredients

7

Cook Time

1h 0m

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

  • 3 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 12 ounces (1 1/2 cups) Ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tsp orange zest
  • 5 cups cooked Riceland long grain white rice
  • Candied orange slices

Instructions

  1. Beat together eggs and sugar about a minute.
  2. Mash cheese slightly and mix with milk and lemon peel; add to egg mixture.
  3. Beat or process in a blender until smooth.
  4. Stir in rice.
  5. Pour into a buttered 9" square baking dish.
  6. Bake at 350°F for 1 hour.
  7. Top with candied orange slices.

Notes

  • Leftover cheesecake can be covered with foil and reheated at 250°F for 20-30 minutes to taste like it just came fresh from the oven.