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Italian Rice Pie
Classic Italian Easter Rice Pie made with arborio rice and ricotta!
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Italian Rice Pie is, known as Pastiera di Riso, is a traditional Italian Easter dessert. This creamy and delicious treat is perfect for your holiday table!
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You'll need milk, arborio rice, vanilla, salt, baking powder, butter, sugar, flour, eggs, cinnamon, ricotta, and citrus zest.
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Start by making a simple pasta frolla dough by combining the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, eggs, and butter.
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Let the dough chill. Then roll it out and press into a 9-inch springform pan.
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For the filling, start by cooking the arborio rice in milk. Set aside to cool.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, cinnamon, and orange and lemon zests.
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Mix in the eggs and ricotta. Stir in the cooled rice mixture and stir until well combined.
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Pour filling into prepared crust. Bake for 70-90 minutes until the filling is set then let cool.
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Dust the top of the cooled Italian Rice Pie with powdered sugar. Cut into slices and serve.
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Italian Rice Pie is a creamy and delicious Italian Easter dessert you don't want to miss. Get the recipe today!
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