Description
A vibrant and healthy savory-sweet dessert featuring aerated whole-milk ricotta fresh botanical pistachios honey and zesty candied citrus.
Ingredients
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2 cups ricotta.
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1 cup heavy cream.
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1/2 cup sugar.
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1/4 cup honey.
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5 egg yolks.
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1/2 cup pistachios.
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1/2 cup candied citrus.
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1 tsp lemon juice.
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1 tsp almond extract.
Instructions
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Warm cream sugar and salt then temper with egg yolks to ensure a professional-grade custard base.
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Cook until thickened then strain and cool in an ice bath for an artisanal finish.
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Blend custard with ricotta honey and almond extract until a stable velvet-like emulsion forms.
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Chill thoroughly then churn in an ice cream maker until the mixture reaches its structural peak.
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Fold in toasted pistachios and candied citrus then freeze until firm.
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Serve in chilled bowls for a professional-grade social appetizer finish.
Notes
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Tempering the egg yolks slowly is the secret to a professional-grade smooth texture for this Ricotta Ice Cream.
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High-protein ricotta provides a sophisticated and nutrient-rich foundation while adhering to dietary rules.
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This dish is naturally pork-free and perfect for holiday social gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 mins.
- Cook Time: 40 mins.
- Category: Dessert.
- Method: Churning/Whisking.
- Cuisine: Italian-American Fusion.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup.
- Calories: ~ 325 kcal.
- Sugar: ~ 22 g.
- Sodium: ~ 110 mg.
- Fat: ~ 24 g.
- Saturated Fat: ~ 12 g.
- Unsaturated Fat: ~ 12 g.
- Trans Fat: ~ 0 g.
- Carbohydrates: ~ 26 g.
- Fiber: ~ 1 g.
- Protein: ~ 8 g.
- Cholesterol: ~ 145 mg.
Keywords: Ricotta Ice Cream, Gelato Recipes, Healthy Dessert Ideas, Honey and Pistachio Ice Cream, Mediterranean Desserts, New York Recipe.