Serves 36
55 min
Ricotta Crumb Bars
Recipe GLPR35e1d80e3dc2c7
These buttery ricotta crumb bars feature a tender cake-like base and topping with a creamy ricotta filling studded with warm vanilla notes. The contrast between the crumbly, golden exterior and the smooth, slightly sweet cheese center creates an irresistible texture in every bite. Perfect for serving at gatherings or enjoying as a special treat alongside coffee or tea.
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Ingredients
½ teaspoon baking soda
13 Tablespoons butter (1½ cups plus 1 Tablespoon)
4 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups ricotta cheese (1 pound)
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly butter the bottom and sides of a 13 x 9 inch baking dish using 1 Tablespoon of butter.
In a food processor, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Pulse several times until evenly mixed.
Add the remaining 12 Tablespoons of butter, cut into 1 Tablespoon pieces, to the flour mixture. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs with small pea-sized pieces of butter visible throughout.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended. You may use an electric mixer or whisk by hand.
Press half of the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Pour the ricotta mixture over the crumb base, spreading it into an even layer.
Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture evenly over the top of the ricotta filling.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool in the baking dish for 10 minutes. Cut into 36 pieces and serve warm or at room temperature.
