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.

Total Time

2hr 15min

5.0

5 Ratings

Author: The Fit Mediterranean

Servings:

Ingredients

•

2 Tbsp

Freshly Brewed illy® Espresso Intenso

•

1 cup

Ricotta Cheese

•

1 cup

Powdered Confectioners Sugar

•

3/4 cup

Heavy Cream

•

as needed

Vanilla Bean Paste

•

2 tsp

Gelatin Powder

•

1 Tbsp

illy® Espresso Intenso

•

2 Tbsp

Cold Water

Cooking Instructions

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

Brew the illy® Espresso Intenso (2 Tbsp) .

In a blender, combine the Heavy Cream (3/4 cup) , Ricotta Cheese (1 cup) , illy® Espresso Intenso (1 Tbsp) , Powdered Confectioners Sugar (1 cup) , and the Vanilla Bean Paste (as needed) .

Blend until all ingredients are combined and creamy.

Pour into a saucepan.

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

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

Decorate with a coffee kernel and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Per Serving

CALORIES

245

FAT

15.5 g

PROTEIN

3.9 g

CARBS

22.2 g