Cannoli Cream With Fresh Fruit (Crema Di Ricotta Alla Frutta Fresca)
This delightful dessert is a perfect combination of creamy ricotta cheese and fresh fruits, creating a sweet and tangy treat. Topped with a sprinkle of chocolate, it's a delicious and elegant way to end any meal. Serve this fruity ricotta parfait for a lovely finish that will surely impress your guests.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest
- Pinch of ground cinnamon
- 6 apricots, pitted and sliced
- 4 kiwifruits, peeled and sliced
- 2 Tbs. granulated sugar
- 2 Tbs. orange- or cherry-flavored liqueur
- 1/2 pint raspberries
- 3 Tbs. chopped semisweet chocolate
Instructions
- In a bowl, using a whisk or a wooden spoon, beat the ricotta cheese until smooth and creamy. Beat in the confectioners’ sugar, vanilla, lemon zest and cinnamon until blended.
- In a small bowl, combine the apricots, kiwifruits, granulated sugar and liqueur. Using 1 or 2 spoons, toss well, being careful not to bruise the fruit. Scatter the raspberries over the top.
- Spoon the fruits into goblets or other attractive serving vessels. Top each serving with an equal amount of the ricotta mixture. Sprinkle with the chocolate and serve immediately. Serves 8.
- Adapted from Williams-Sonoma Savoring Series, <i>Savoring Italy,</i> by Michele Scicolone (Time-Life Books, 1999).
Yield
Serves 8.
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