Description
This creamy and refreshing Ricotta Dessert combines smooth ricotta cheese blended with lemon zest and sweetened with powdered monk fruit blend, layered beautifully with fresh raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries. Topped with optional sliced almonds and whipped cream, this no-bake parfait is an elegant, light treat perfect for a healthy dessert or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Ricotta Mixture
- 24 oz Whole milk ricotta cheese (or 2%)
- 1 tbsp Heavy cream (or more as needed)
- 1 tbsp Lemon zest (or 2 tbsp for more lemony flavor)
- 1/2 cup Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (or more to taste)
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
Fruit Layers
- 1 cup Raspberries
- 1 cup Blueberries
- 1 cup Blackberries
Toppings (Optional)
- Sliced almonds
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Blend the Ricotta Mixture: In a high-power blender, combine the ricotta cheese, heavy cream, lemon zest, powdered Besti monk fruit blend, and vanilla extract. Blend for about 1 minute until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Adjust Consistency and Sweetness: If the mixture is too thick or difficult to blend, add more heavy cream one tablespoon at a time until the desired creamy consistency is achieved. Taste and adjust the sweetener as needed for preference.
- Layer the Parfaits: In four parfait cups, create alternating layers of the ricotta whip and the assorted berries. Typically, two layers of each are used to build a visually appealing and balanced parfait.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, top each parfait with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of sliced almonds for added texture and flavor. Serve immediately or chill until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Use whole milk ricotta for the creamiest texture; 2% ricotta can be used but may be slightly less rich.
- Adjust lemon zest amount for a stronger or milder citrus flavor.
- Monk fruit sweetener can be substituted with other sweeteners, but adjust sweetness carefully.
- For a thinner ricotta whip, add more heavy cream gradually.
- Parfaits can be prepared a few hours in advance and refrigerated, but add almonds and whipped cream just before serving to maintain texture.
- Fresh berries are recommended for best taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Keywords: ricotta dessert, ricotta parfait, healthy dessert, lemon ricotta, berry parfait, low fat dessert, monk fruit sweetener dessert
