RUSTIC EASTER RICOTTA PIE with eggs, an easy and quick one-dish option perfect for celebrations, ready in minutes, a delightful idea without leavening.
While I was preparing this savory Easter rustic pie with ricotta, I felt even more how simple recipes are the ones that warm the heart. The homemade dough made with flour, water and oil without yeast makes this dish light, tasty and perfect to bring to the table without stress.
This rustic pie is versatile: you can add hard-boiled eggs, grated cheese, aromatic herbs or vegetables to make it even more indulgent. It is the ideal one-dish meal for lunch, dinner or even an Easter Monday picnic.
Join me in the kitchen today — it’s the rustic Easter ricotta pie.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very inexpensive
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 8 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Easter, All seasons
Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cups flour (the one you usually use)
- 3.4 fl oz water
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
- 7 oz ricotta
- 5.3 oz provola (cheese)
- Half teaspoon salt
Steps
Pour the flour into a bowl, add the water and the oil, a pinch of salt and mix well, then divide the dough into two portions.
Roll out one half thinly and line a 9.5-inch baking pan.
Work the ricotta with the salt in a bowl, add the provola cut into pieces, add the egg and mix well, then pour everything into the pan.
Cover with the other half of the dough, seal the edges and bake at 392°F for about 30 minutes, until golden.
Remove from the oven and let cool before slicing.
Enjoy!
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RUSTIC EASTER RICOTTA PIE
Why this savory rustic pie is special
Simple dough without yeast: crisp outside and soft inside, ready in minutes.
Versatile one-dish meal: wins everyone over at the table, from adults to kids.
Creamy and flavorful filling: ricotta, eggs and cheese that meld perfectly.
Easy and quick: even those who don’t cook often will succeed.
Variations of the rustic pie
Vegetarian: ricotta and seasonal vegetables like spinach or zucchini.
Gluten-free: use gluten-free flour for the dough.
Lactose-free: lactose-free ricotta and compatible cheeses.
Aromatic herbs: parsley, thyme or chives for a fresh flavor.
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FAQ RUSTIC EASTER RICOTTA PIE
Can I prepare the rustic Easter pie in advance?
Yes! You can prepare it the day before and warm it slightly before serving.
How can I avoid the dough tearing?
Roll the dough evenly and transfer it to the pan directly using the parchment paper.
Can it be frozen?
Certainly! Both baked and raw. If raw, bake directly from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
How long does it keep in the fridge?
2-3 days in an airtight container.
Can I add hard-boiled eggs to the filling?
Absolutely yes! Cut them into pieces and distribute them evenly for a classic Easter version.
