Description
Orange infused sweet ricotta is a vibrant and creamy dessert that captures the essence of sunny afternoons. With a delightful blend of fresh ricotta, zesty oranges, and honey, this treat offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Ideal for brunch or as a light dessert, it can be customized with nuts or spices to suit your taste. Serve it chilled alongside fresh fruit or on toasted bread for an irresistible experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- Zest and juice of 2 medium oranges
- 3 tablespoons pure honey
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ cup chopped pistachios (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Zest and juice the oranges, ensuring no pith is included.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, orange zest, orange juice, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more honey or spices like cinnamon.
- Transfer to a serving dish or individual cups. Top with pistachios if using.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (100g)
- Calories: 238
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg