Lemon Ricotta Cheesecake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).

2. 2

   Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs and mix them with the melted unsalted butter.

3. 3

   Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, sugar, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth.

5. 5

   Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

6. 6

   Pour the ricotta mixture over the prepared crust in the springform pan.

7. 7

   Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.

8. 8

   Allow the cheesecake to cool in the pan before transferring it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours.

9. 9

   Once chilled, remove the cheesecake from the pan, slice, and serve.