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Easy Ricotta Dessert Crème

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I like to think of this as instant, guilt-free mousse. Honey-and-almond-laced whipped ricotta makes the perfect topping for the berries of your choice. Try layering the berries and the ricotta in a parfait glass for an elegant and easy dessert.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 1

Ingredients

1 cup ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons honey
Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
2 to 3 drops pure almond extract, to your taste
Fresh berries of your choice

Preparation

  1. Place all the ingredients except the berries in a blender, cover, and blend on medium speed until smooth. Refrigerate for 1 hour, then spoon over the berries and serve.

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