Best 5 Fresh Berries Sweet Ricotta Recipes
Whether you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast, a refreshing summer dessert, or a healthy snack, fresh berries and sweet ricotta are a delicious and versatile combination. With their vibrant colors and flavors, fresh berries add a pop of sweetness and tartness, while the creamy, smooth texture of ricotta provides a rich and satisfying base. Whether you prefer a simple combination of berries and ricotta or a more elaborate recipe, there are endless possibilities for creating a dish that will delight your taste buds.
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FRESH BERRIES WITH RICOTTA CREAM
Provided by Jesus Gonzalez
Categories Blender Food Processor Berry Cheese Dairy Fruit Herb Dessert No-Cook Spring Summer Healthy Self Fat Free Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Purée strawberries with apple juice in a blender until smooth. Spoon equal amounts of berry sauce into 4 cocktail or parfait glasses. Combine ricotta cream ingredients in a blender or food processor. Process until mixture is smooth, about 30 seconds. Spoon 1/4 of the ricotta cream into each glass and top with 1/4 cup strawberry slices. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Garnish each with a mint sprig and an edible flower, if desired, before serving.
BERRIES WITH RICOTTA CREAM
Fresh, high-quality ingredients really make a difference in this dessert. If you don't have access to fresh-picked berries, use whatever fruit is in season near you. -Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat ricotta, cream and honey until combined. Divide berries among 6 dessert dishes. Top with cream and hazelnuts. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
SWEET RICOTTA TOPPING
yet to try Kitchen Tips: E-Z Fruit Shortcakes Prepare as directed. Spoon over pound cake slices and assorted fresh berries. Garnish with small dollops of additional thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping and fresh mint sprigs just before serving.
Provided by Michelle_My_Belle
Categories Dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield 28 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- PLACE ricotta, sugar, lemon juice and vanilla in food processor container; cover. Process until smooth. Spoon into medium bowl.
- ADD whipped topping; stir with wire whisk until well blended. Cover.
- REFRIGERATE at least 1 hour before serving.
WHIPPED RICOTTA WITH HONEY AND MIXED BERRIES
Categories Berry Dessert Ricotta Summer Honey Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Blend ricotta, cream cheese, 2 tablespoons sugar, honey, and vanilla in processor until smooth. Transfer to bowl. Cover bowl and refrigerate until ricotta mixture is slightly set, about 2 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated. Stir before using.)
- Combine berries, lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in large bowl; toss to coat. Let stand 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Divide ricotta mixture among 6 wineglasses. Top with berries and serve.
SWEET RICOTTA DIP FOR FRUIT
This is a very simple dip to use with fresh fruit. It can be served in the same fashion as vegetables (crudites) and dip, a bowl of this surrounded on a plate by melon balls/slices, strawberries, grapes, kiwi, cherries, blueberries, bananas and apple slices. Just be sure to dunk bananas and apple slices in lemon juice first to prevent browning. Serve with a shot glass full of toothpicks, and Voila!
Provided by davianng
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 5m
Yield 2 cups, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients.
- Chill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.2, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 19.3, Sodium 31.9, Carbohydrate 3.7, Sugar 2.6, Protein 4.3
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh, ripe berries. Frozen berries can also be used, but they should be thawed and drained before using.
- If you don't have ricotta cheese, you can substitute mascarpone cheese or cream cheese.
- Sweeten the ricotta mixture to your liking. You can use honey, maple syrup, or sugar.
- For a more decadent dessert, add a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream to the top of each serving.
- Garnish the dessert with fresh berries, mint leaves, or chopped nuts.
Conclusion:
Fresh berries and sweet ricotta are a delicious combination that can be enjoyed in many different ways. These recipes provide a variety of options for using these ingredients, from simple and refreshing parfaits to more elaborate cakes and tarts. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy snack or a special dessert to impress your guests, you're sure to find a recipe in this collection that you'll love.
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