I can’t eat dairy right now (in the process of figuring out some allergy stuff). Therefore, I think the best way to torture myself is to share a recipe that is all about dairy.

This sweet ricotta cream recipe is divine. The sweet ricotta cream is perfect paired with fruit, especially berries, peaches and the like. And while I am one who usually considers nothing to be dessert unless chocolate is involved, this ricotta cream served with fruit is definitely dessert enough for me. That is saying something.

Now go and enjoy! And eat an extra bite for me!

Ricotta Cream

 

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Prep time

10 mins

Total time

10 mins

 

Pair with your favorite fruit to create a rich yet light dessert that everyone will adore!

Author: Jane Maynard

Ingredients

• 15 ounces whole milk ricotta cheese
• 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• 6 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
• Fresh fruit of your choice

Instructions

1. Using a spoon, mix together the ricotta, mascarpone, cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla well in a medium bowl. Some ricotta cheeses are firmer than others - adjust by adding additional cream if the mixture seems too thick.
2. Pair with sliced or chopped fruit of your choice - berries are wonderful as well as fruits like mango and peaches. Layer the ricotta cream with fruit for a pretty parfait, or simply just scoop everything into a bowl willy nilly. Either way it will be delicious!

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I just made the best smoothie-shake. Awwww yeah. It’s called a smoothie-shake because I couldn’t resist adding a little ice cream to this one. I don’t normally do that, but mmmm was it good.

Smoothie Recipe #1: Strawberry Banana Coconut Smoothie-Shake

 

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Ingredients listed in order of placement in the blender. I did two rounds of the “smoothie” setting on my Blendtec blender for this one. I needed more fluid, but I loved the final texture, so for me it was worth the extra blending time.

Author: Jane Maynard

Recipe type: Dessert

Serves: 1 generous serving

Ingredients

• 6-8 oz white grape juice (maybe a little more if it’s too thick)
• 1 fresh banana
• 5 big frozen strawberries
• big handful of ice
• small handful of shredded coconut
• 1 scoop vanilla ice cream (that’s why I added the word “shake” on the end! I’m sure you can leave this out if you want it to be healthier)

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