Ricotta Berry Parfait with Lemon Zest and Almond Topping Recipe
A light and refreshing ricotta dessert featuring creamy ricotta cheese blended with lemon zest, sweetened with powdered monk fruit and vanilla, layered with assorted fresh berries. This dessert is easy to prepare, naturally sweetened, and perfect for a healthy treat or elegant parfait presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
Dairy and Sweeteners
- 24 oz Whole milk ricotta cheese (or 2% ricotta)
- 1 tbsp Heavy cream (or more as needed)
- 1/2 cup Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (or more to taste)
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
Flavoring
- 1 tbsp Lemon zest (or 2 tbsp for more lemony flavor)
Fruits
- 1 cup Raspberries
- 1 cup Blueberries
- 1 cup Blackberries
Optional Toppings
- Sliced almonds (optional, for topping)
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping — sugar-free recommended)
Instructions
- Blend Ricotta Mixture: In a high-power blender, combine the ricotta cheese, heavy cream, lemon zest, powdered monk fruit sweetener, 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 additional heavy cream one tablespoon at a time until the desired creamy consistency is achieved. Taste and add more sweetener if desired.
- Layer the Parfaits: In four parfait cups, create alternating layers by spooning in ricotta whip and then a mix of raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries. Repeat to form two layers of each.
- Add Toppings: Optionally, garnish the top of each parfait with a dollop of sugar-free whipped cream and a sprinkle of sliced almonds for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use whole milk ricotta for the creamiest texture, but 2% ricotta will also work.
- Lemon zest can be increased to 2 tablespoons for a stronger citrus flavor.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less powdered sweetener to suit your taste preference.
- Use fresh berries for best flavor and texture; frozen berries may be used but let them thaw and drain excess liquid.
- For a dairy-free variation, try a plant-based ricotta alternative and coconut-based whipped cream.
Keywords: ricotta dessert, berry parfait, lemon ricotta, sugar-free dessert, creamy ricotta, healthy dessert
