Coffee and Ricotta Dessert

Coffee and Ricotta Dessert

This rich Italian dessert combines the creaminess of fresh ricotta, the satisfying aroma of espresso and the sweet headiness of rum to create a delicious, smooth dessert that melts in the mouth and warms the throat.

Ingredients

2Tbsp
Freshly BrewedEspresso
1cup
Ricotta Cheese
1cup
Powdered Confectioners Sugar
3/4cup
Heavy Cream
1/2tsp
Vanilla Bean Paste
2tsp
Gelatin Powder
1Tbsp
Ground Coffee
2Tbsp
ColdWater
Nutrition Per Serving
Calories
246
Fat
15.5 g
Protein
3.9 g
Carbs
22.4 g

Cooking Instructions

step 1

Dissolve the Gelatin Powder (2 tsp) in Water (2 Tbsp). Set aside.

step 2

Brew the Espresso (2 Tbsp).

step 3

In a blender, combine the Heavy Cream (3/4 cup), Ricotta Cheese (1 cup), Ground Coffee (1 Tbsp), Powdered Confectioners Sugar (1 cup), and the Vanilla Bean Paste (1/2 tsp).

step 4

Blend until all ingredients are combined and creamy.

step 5

Pour into a saucepan.

step 6

Bring it to a gentle boil, then remove pan from heat and add in the gelatin mixture. Stir until gelatin dissolves.

step 7

Portion up the cream into 6 containers. Let them stand on your kitchen counter until cool, then refrigerate them for about 2 hours.

step 8

Decorate with a coffee kernel and serve. Enjoy!