Best 16 Whipped Ricotta Recipes

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Whipped ricotta is a versatile and delicious ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, from appetizers to desserts. Its creamy and light texture pairs well with both sweet and savory flavors, making it a popular choice for cooking and baking. This article will provide you with some of the best recipes for whipped ricotta, so you can create delicious dishes that will impress your friends and family.

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WHIPPED RICOTTA WITH HONEY AND MIXED BERRIES



Whipped Ricotta with Honey and Mixed Berries image

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

2 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese
4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
4 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons honey
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups mixed fresh berries (such as blackberries, raspberries, and halved strawberries)
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

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.

FRUIT PLATTER WITH WHIPPED RICOTTA



Fruit Platter with Whipped Ricotta image

You can use any assortment of farmers' market and tropical fruits for this impressive brunch spread. Bonus: you can make all the accompaniments in advance: juicy poached peaches, creamy ricotta flavored with vanilla and maple syrup, and subtly sweet digestive biscuits.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 ripe but firm peaches or nectarines (about 1 pound), quartered and peeled
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 pint part-skim ricotta
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1/2 honeydew melon, halved and cut into thick slices
1/2 pineapple, halved, cored, and cut into thick slices
1/2 baby watermelon, cut into thick slices
1 bunch green or muscat grapes
3 kiwifruits, peeled and sliced
8 fresh figs, halved
2 cups mixed berries, such as blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries
Digestive Biscuits, for serving

Steps:

  • Poached Peaches: Combine peaches, sugar, lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook, gently stirring occasionally, until fruit is just tender, 5 to 10 minutes, depending on ripeness. Transfer peaches to a heatproof container with a slotted spoon; strain syrup over top. Let cool completely. Peaches in syrup can be refrigerated, covered, up to 1 week. (Makes about 2 cups.)
  • Whipped Ricotta: Puree ricotta, vanilla, and maple syrup in a food processor or blender until creamy. Mixture can be refrigerated, covered, up to 5 days. (Makes 2 cups.)
  • Fruit Platter: Arrange all fresh fruits on a platter. Serve with poached peaches, whipped ricotta, and digestive biscuits.

WHIPPED RICOTTA



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Whipped ricotta is creamy and very versatile. It can be sweet or savory, depending on what seasonings are added. This is a starter 2-ingredient recipe. Let your taste buds be your guide and use as many or as little savory or sweet add-ins.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
¼ teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • Combine ricotta cheese and sea salt in the bowl of a mini food processor and process until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 39.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Cholesterol 8.8 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 90.6 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

WHIPPED RICOTTA DESSERT



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Sweetened ricotta with a hint of lemon is whipped into a fluffy cream, piped over crushed amaretti cookies, and topped with fresh blackberries and raspberries.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Raspberry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces fresh ricotta cheese, well drained
1 cup heavy cream
¾ cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons light flavored honey
1 tablespoon lemon zest
20 amaretti cookies
20 fresh blackberries
5 fresh raspberries
5 leaves fresh mint
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Combine drained ricotta, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and honey in a glass or stainless steel mixing bowl. Mix the ingredients until creamy using the lowest speed of a stand mixer or hand mixer, about 1 minute. Whip on high speed until fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Fold in lemon zest. Transfer mixture to a piping bag and place in the refrigerator while you prepare the serving glasses.
  • Put amaretti cookies into a resealable plastic bag. Seal the bag and crush cookies into crumbs that are chunky and not too fine. Set aside 1 tablespoon of crumbs. Divide remaining crumbs evenly between five 6-ounce glasses.
  • Pipe ricotta cream into each glass. Top with a sprinkle of the reserved cookie crumbs. Garnish each glass with 4 blackberries, 1 raspberry, 1 mint leaf, and a pinch of nutmeg. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.5 calories, Carbohydrate 63.2 g, Cholesterol 79.3 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 94.9 mg, Sugar 55 g

WHIPPED RICOTTA DIP RECIPE BY TASTY



Whipped Ricotta Dip Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: ricotta cheese, olive oil, honey, salt, pepper, bread, lemon zest, fresh rosemary, honey

Provided by Hitomi Aihara

Categories     Sides

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 loaf bread
lemon zest
fresh rosemary
honey

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine all ingredients.
  • Blend until smooth. Serve with bread and toppings of your choice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 6 grams

WHIPPED PEANUT BUTTER-CHOCOLATE RICOTTA PUDDING



Whipped Peanut Butter-Chocolate Ricotta Pudding image

Here's an easy, delicious, sweet, and creamy ricotta pudding. Three different types of peanut butter are used for that extra punch. Serve cold.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons roasted honey peanut butter (such as Skippy®)
2 tablespoons powdered peanut butter (such as PB2®)
2 tablespoons sugar-free peanut butter-flavored syrup (such as Torani®)
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine ricotta cheese, peanut butter, peanut butter powder, peanut butter syrup, cocoa powder, honey, vanilla extract, and salt in a mini food processor. Process until all ingredients are well incorporated, 1 to 2 minutes. Refrigerate until cold or ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 405 mg, Sugar 19.1 g

CROSTATA WITH LEMON CUSTARD AND WHIPPED RICOTTA CREAM



Crostata with Lemon Custard and Whipped Ricotta Cream image

Would you like a slice of a delicate and elegant dessert? Let me offer you an Italian-style crostata filled with two layers of heavenly, tender, lemony creams topped with sour-sweet berries. Mmmm the dessert feels so light and airy and delicious. I foresee your desire for another slice. Please do not hesitate and help yourself with more. Decorate with any seasonal berries or fruit of your choice. Serve with tea, coffee, or dessert wine.

Provided by Explore dough

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Tarts     Fruit Tart Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup unsalted butter
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 large egg
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 lemon, juiced
⅜ cup white sugar, divided
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
⅜ cup unsalted butter, cubed
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cubed
1 cup ricotta cheese
½ cup 35% heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon lemon zest
½ cup fresh raspberries, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine flour, 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter, sugar, egg, baking powder, and vanilla extract in a food processor. Blend ingredients until dough starts sticking together and forms one piece.
  • Wrap crostata dough in plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Remove dough from the refrigerator. Roll out dough using a lightly floured rolling pin on a work surface, or flatten it directly onto a baking sheet using your fingers, to form crostata shell. Pierce shell with a fork to prevent air bubbles during baking.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until sides are golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Remove crostata from the oven and set aside to cool.
  • While crostata cools, pour lemon juice into a heavy saucepan through a sieve and stir in 3 1/2 tablespoons sugar. Heat mixture over medium-low heat until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Beat remaining sugar, eggs, and flour together in a mixing bowl using an electric mixer or a whisk until white and airy in texture.
  • Pour warm lemon juice mixture into egg mixture slowly, whisking constantly. Pour custard mixture back into the saucepan.
  • Heat custard mixture over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until thick, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and continue to mix until the uneven texture becomes smooth, about 1 minute. Add butter gradually to custard 1 piece at a time, stirring constantly, until smooth. Let custard cool to room temperature.
  • While custard cools, combine ricotta cheese, whipping cream, confectioners' sugar, and lemon zest in a food processor. Blend until mixture is uniform and smooth in texture, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer ricotta cream to a bowl.
  • Place lemon custard and ricotta cream in the refrigerator to cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove custard and cream from the refrigerator. Spread lemon custard evenly on cooled crostata crust. Spread ricotta cream on top of lemon custard. Decorate with raspberries. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.1 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 144.7 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 16.4 g, Sodium 101.7 mg, Sugar 16 g

WHIPPED RICOTTA SALAD



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese, chilled
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup heirloom cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered depending on size
18 snap peas, cleaned and cut in half (about 1/4 pound)
3 cups baby arugula

Steps:

  • For the whipped ricotta: Place the ricotta, olive oil and salt in a food processor. Blend until light and smooth, about 30 seconds. Remove to a bowl and set aside.
  • For the dressing: Place the basil, pine nuts, vinegar, salt and pepper flakes in a food processor. With the motor running, drizzle in the olive oil to form a smooth dressing. Set aside.
  • For the salad: In a bowl, toss the tomatoes, snap peas and arugula with the dressing.
  • To assemble: Spread the whipped ricotta on the bottom of a platter. Place the dressed salad on top of the ricotta, leaving some of the cheese exposed around the edges. Serve.

WHIPPED BASIL RICOTTA



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This whipped basil ricotta comes together in just a few minutes. It makes a great topping for crusty bread, as a dip, or even in your favorite pasta dish.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves, chiffonade
½ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Combine ricotta cheese, basil, salt, garlic powder, pepper, and pepper flakes in a mini food processor and process until all ingredients are well incorporated, 1 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0.6 calories, Carbohydrate 0.1 g, Sodium 110.1 mg

GRILLED NECTARINES WITH HONEY-ORANGE RICOTTA WHIPPED CREAM AND TOASTED ALMONDS



Grilled Nectarines with Honey-Orange Ricotta Whipped Cream and Toasted Almonds image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup fresh whole milk ricotta
1/4 cup cold heavy cream
2 tablespoons clover honey
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1/2 vanilla bean, seeds scraped
6 nectarines, cut in 1/2 and pitted
Canola oil
1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds
Mint springs

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the ricotta, cream, honey, orange zest and vanilla seeds until light and fluffy. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Heat the grill to high. Brush the nectarines with oil and put on grill for a few minutes on each side, just to soften and heat through.
  • Put some of the ricotta onto each serving plate. Top with nectarines and garnish with toasted sliced almonds and mint sprigs.

WHIPPED RICOTTA TOAST WITH QUICK PEACH-RASPBERRY JAM



Whipped Ricotta Toast with Quick Peach-Raspberry Jam image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     dessert

Time 4h

Yield 4 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds very ripe peaches, peeled and coarsely chopped
1/2 to 3/4 cup granulated sugar
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 pint raspberries
1 1/4 cups fresh ricotta, drained
2 tablespoons heavy cream, cold
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Eight 1-inch-thick slices day-old brioche, toasted
Honey, for drizzling

Steps:

  • For the jam: Combine the peaches, sugar and lemon juice in a nonreactive medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat and simmer, mashing the peaches occasionally with a potato masher, until the mixture thickens and sticks to a spoon, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the raspberries. Let cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally. Transfer the jam to a nonreactive container with a lid and refrigerate until ready to use. The jam will keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  • For the toast: Combine the ricotta, cream, sugar and lemon zest in a bowl and whisk until light and creamy.
  • Slice the toasts on the diagonal and add a dollop of the whipped ricotta to each piece; use the back of a spoon to smear the ricotta across the toast, making a little trough and leaving a big mound on one end. Spoon some of the jam into the trough and drizzle with honey. Serve immediately.

CREAMY WHIPPED RICOTTA



Creamy Whipped Ricotta image

Whipped ricotta has quickly become a favorite along the lines of creme fraiche. It can be used in both savory and sweet dishes. Feel free to spread this on bread and drizzle with olive oil and pepper for an accompaniment to an Italian meal.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 3

16 ounces ricotta cheese
¼ cup whipping cream
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place ricotta in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the wire whip attachment. Start mixer on slow and whip for 2 minutes. Gradually mix in whipping cream and salt. Adjust the mixer speed to the highest level and whip until mixture is light and airy, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 13.9 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 109.5 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

TORTA FRUTTI DI BOSCO WITH RICOTTA WHIPPED CREAM



Torta Frutti Di Bosco With Ricotta Whipped Cream image

I saw this on a local news station as an Olympic Dessert special saluting Italy, but wanted to wait until I made it before posting. Very quick and easy and extremely good with or without the Ricotta cream. Makes a colorful presentation!!!

Provided by LAURIE

Categories     Dessert

Time P1DT20m

Yield 1 tart

Number Of Ingredients 13

2/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 1/4 cups sugar
8 large eggs, separated
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups flour, sifted
4 1/2 cups blackberries or 4 1/2 cups strawberries
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups whipping cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Lightly spray an 11 inch removable bottomed tart pan with cooking spray.
  • Cream butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl.
  • Add egg yolks, one at a time, and continue mixing until smooth.
  • Add lemon zest and cinnamon.
  • In a separate bowl, whip egg whites and salt until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold egg whites into egg yolk mixture.
  • Fold flour into mixture until just blended.
  • Pour mixture into tart pan and spread evenly.
  • Top with 3 cups of mix berries (reserve remaining berries for topping).
  • Lightly press fruit into mixture.
  • Place in oven and bake for 1 hour.
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool.
  • In small bowl, mix ricotta, powdered sugar, and vanilla until well blended.
  • Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whip cream until soft peaks form.
  • Add ricotta mixture and continue to whip until smooth.
  • Dust cake with powdered sugar and top with remaining fruit.
  • Serve with ricotta whipped cream.

RADICCHIO FLAT BREAD WITH WHIPPED RICOTTA



Radicchio Flat Bread with Whipped Ricotta image

Radicchio offers a slightly bitter note that's offset by creamy ricotta.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water (about 110 degrees)
Pinch of sugar
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for bowl and drizzling
2 heads Treviso radicchio (5 ounces each), quartered lengthwise
1 cup fresh ricotta cheese

Steps:

  • Stir together yeast, water, and sugar in a large bowl, and let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes. Stir in flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the oil until combined. Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface, and knead with floured hands until smooth, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a large oiled bowl, and cover with plastic wrap. Let stand in a warm, draft-free spot for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Divide dough into quarters. On a lightly floured surface, roll out 1 piece of dough to 8 by 5 inches. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Repeat with remaining dough. Divide radicchio among flatbread, and gently press into dough. Drizzle with oil; season with salt and pepper. Bake until flatbread is golden and crisp, about 15 minutes.
  • Whisk ricotta in a small bowl until lightened. Drizzle flatbread with oil; season with salt and pepper. Serve flatbread with ricotta.

SNAP PEA SALAD WITH WHIPPED RICOTTA RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Snap Pea Salad with Whipped Ricotta Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by Chez_Alexander

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounce sugar snap peas
2/3 cup ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon lemon zest, grated and divided
1/2 cup pea tendrils or shoots
1/4 cup sliced fresh chives
2 tablespoons fresh mint, torn
2 tablespoons fresh dill, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil over high. Add peas and cook just until bright green and barely tender, about 1 minute. Immediately transfer peas to a bowl of ice water; let stand 5 minutes. Drain well. Thinly slice lengthwise. Process ricotta and 1/2 teaspoon lemon rind in a food processor until smooth and creamy, about 15 seconds. Spread mixture on a serving platter. Toss together sliced snap peas, pea tendrils, chives, mint, dill, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Arrange on top of ricotta mixture. Drizzle with oil, and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon lemon rind.

TOASTED POLENTA WAFFLES WITH WHIPPED RICOTTA AND WINTER CITRUS SYRUP



Toasted Polenta Waffles with Whipped Ricotta and Winter Citrus Syrup image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 9h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

3/4 cup fine yellow cornmeal, lightly toasted
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 1/4 tablespoons baking powder
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup sour cream
2 large eggs, separated
1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
Melted butter or nonstick cooking spray, for the waffle iron
Whipped Ricotta, for serving, recipe follows
Winter Citrus Syrup, for serving, recipe follows
1 cup whole milk ricotta
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
Pinch of salt
3-inch piece of citrus zest (removed with a vegetable peeler from the citrus that you are juicing)
1 cup freshly squeezed orange, tangerine or clementine juice
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 cup segmented orange, tangerine or clementine
Pinch of salt

Steps:

  • Heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the cornmeal and cook, stirring often, until lightly golden brown and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and let cool slightly.
  • Whisk together the cornmeal with the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, sugar and salt.
  • Whisk together the milk, sour cream and egg yolks in a medium bowl.
  • Add the wet ingredients and the 1 1/2 sticks melted butter to the dry ingredients and gently whisk until just combined.
  • Beat the egg whites in another medium bowl until soft peaks form. Fold the whites into the batter gently. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 8 hours and up to 12 hours.
  • Heat the waffle iron to high heat. Brush the iron with melted butter or spray with nonstick cooking spray. Scoop 1/4 cup of the batter into the iron and cook according to the manufacturer's directions. Top each waffle with a dollop of the whipped ricotta and a few spoonfuls of the winter citrus syrup.
  • Combine all of the ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth. Scrape into a bowl. Can be made 1 day in advance, tightly covered and refrigerated.
  • Combine the zest and juice in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook until thickened and reduced by half, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove and discard the zest, stir in the maple syrup and bring to a simmer. Remove from the heat, whisk in the butter until combined. Stir in the citrus segments and salt. Keep warm.

Tips:

  • Choose the right ricotta cheese. For the best results, use whole-milk ricotta cheese. It has a richer flavor and creamier texture than part-skim or nonfat ricotta.
  • Drain the ricotta cheese well. This will help to remove excess moisture and make the whipped ricotta lighter and fluffier.
  • Use a food processor or stand mixer. This is the easiest way to whip ricotta cheese. If you don't have either of these appliances, you can whip the ricotta cheese by hand, but it will take longer.
  • Whip the ricotta cheese until it is light and fluffy. This will take about 2-3 minutes in a food processor or stand mixer, or 5-7 minutes by hand.
  • Add flavorings, if desired. Once the ricotta cheese is whipped, you can add flavorings, such as honey, maple syrup, vanilla extract, or cinnamon. You can also add fresh herbs, such as basil, mint, or chives.
  • Serve the whipped ricotta cheese immediately. It is best enjoyed fresh, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Whipped ricotta cheese is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in many different dishes. It is perfect for spreading on toast or crackers, using as a dip for fruits or vegetables, or as a topping for desserts. It is also a great addition to pasta dishes, salads, and soups. With its light and fluffy texture and rich, creamy flavor, whipped ricotta cheese is sure to please everyone at your table.

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