Name: Golden Greek Honey & Ricotta Tart
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 500 g whole‑milk ricotta, well‑drained; ½ cup (120 ml) runny honey, plus extra for drizzling; 3 large eggs, room temperature; 1 tablespoon cornstarch (or cornflour); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Zest of ½ a lemon (optional, for brightness); ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus extra for dusting; 1 tablespoon melted butter (to grease the pan)

Description

A creamy, crustless Greek-inspired tart made with ricotta, fragrant honey, and a touch of cinnamon. This elegant dessert is simple to prepare and perfect served chilled or at room temperature.

Ingredients

500 g whole‑milk ricotta, well‑drained

½ cup (120 ml) runny honey, plus extra for drizzling

3 large eggs, room temperature

1 tablespoon cornstarch (or cornflour)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Zest of ½ a lemon (optional, for brightness)

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus extra for dusting

1 tablespoon melted butter (to grease the pan)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 180 °C (350 °F) and grease a 20 cm (8 inch) spring‑form or tart pan with melted butter.
If the ricotta is watery, drain it in a fine sieve or cheesecloth over a bowl for 10–15 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the drained ricotta, honey, eggs, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using) until smooth and lump-free.
Pour the mixture into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and sprinkle cinnamon evenly over the surface.
Bake for 40–45 minutes, until the top is golden and the center is just set with a slight wobble.
Let the tart rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then release it and transfer to a wire rack to cool to room temperature.
Before serving, dust with extra cinnamon and drizzle with additional honey.

Notes

Can be served chilled or at room temperature.

Flavor improves after a day in the fridge.

Do not microwave for reheating—use a low oven to preserve texture.

Optional toppings: chopped pistachios, almonds, edible dried flowers, or fresh berries.

Can substitute lemon zest with orange zest for a warmer citrus note.

For extra creaminess, replace part of the ricotta with mascarpone.

Not recommended for freezing due to texture changes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 230
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 110mg