Authentic Italian Easter Pie Recipe

What is Italian Easter Pie (torta pasqualina)?

Before we dive into the recipe, it helps to understand the dish. Often searched as how to make pizza rustica or how to make Easter pizza, this dish is technically a savory pie, not a flatbread. It is a celebration of indulgence after the Lenten season.

While the northern regions of Italy are famous for the layered green Torta Pasqualina, southern Italy and Italian-American families typically favor the heavy, satisfying authentic Italian pizza rustica recipe loaded with cheeses and meats.

Whether you are looking for an authentic Italian ricotta Easter pie or the meat-filled version, the core principle remains the same: a sturdy crust holding a dense, savory filling that is delicious at room temperature.

🥬 How to Make Italian Easter Pie - Torta Pasqualina

Making Easter Pie at home with this Italian recipe is surprisingly simple, just follow these steps carefully.

Torta Pasqualina (Italian Spinach Easter Pie) Ingredients

• 2 sheets puff pastry (pasta sfoglia) for the crust
• 400 g spinach (fresh or frozen)
• 250 g ricotta cheese
• 5 eggs
• 100 g grated Parmigiano Reggiano
• olive oil, salt, pepper
• Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

How to make authentic Italian Easter pie:

Cook spinach, let it cool, and squeeze out all excess water. In a colander, drain the ricotta to remove excess moisture.

In a massive bowl, combine the drained ricotta, one egg, grated cheeses, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Add the cooked spinach and mix until fully incorporated.

Preheat your oven. Line a baking dish with puff pastry. Pour in the filling and spread evenly.

Create small wells to crack eggs into (optional but traditional). Cover with another layer of pastry and seal the edges. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 40–45 minutes until golden. The pie is done when the crust is golden brown and the center is set (a toothpick should come out clean, though slightly greasy).

Now that you know how to make authentic Italian Easter pie, you can bring a piece of Italian heritage to your Easter table.

Save this recipe for your Easter celebration and enjoy the rich tradition of Italian baking!

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