Founder of @Umami Sans Frontières
Yield: 4 servings
Ricotta Cream
Lemon Curd
Garnish
1. Preparation:
Drain the ricotta by placing it in a sieve lined with paper towels for about 30 minutes.
2. Make the Lemon Curd:
In a small saucepan, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, and lemon juice.
Cook over very low heat, stirring constantly for 5–8 minutes, until the mixture thickens.
Remove from the heat. Add the butter and grated lemon zest, stirring until smooth. Transfer the lemon curd to a clean container, let it cool, then refrigerate until completely chilled.
3. Make the Ricotta Cream:
Place the drained ricotta in a bowl. Add the sugar and stir until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate until ready to assemble.
4. Assemble:
Spoon the ricotta cream into serving glasses, then top with the chilled lemon curd.
5. Finish:
Garnish with chopped pistachios and fresh lemon zest.
🌟 Enjoy It Your Way: Tips and Stories 🌟
⭐️ Drain the Ricotta for a Richer Texture:
Draining the ricotta for about 30 minutes removes excess moisture, creating a creamier and richer texture.
⭐️ Adjust the Lemon to Your Taste:
Using 60 ml of lemon juice gives the lemon curd a bright, tangy flavor. If you prefer a milder taste, reduce the lemon juice to about 50 ml.
⭐️ Cook the Lemon Curd Gently:
Cook the lemon curd over very low heat, stirring constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling and to achieve a silky, glossy texture.
⭐️ Make It Ahead:
This dessert tastes even better after chilling overnight, allowing the ricotta cream and lemon curd to blend beautifully.
⭐️ Customize the Toppings:
Keep it simple with just lemon zest, or garnish with chopped pistachios, your favorite nuts, dried fruits, or fresh mint leaves for extra color and texture.
⭐️ A Personal Note from My Kitchen:
This dessert may be wonderfully simple, but it has become one of our family’s favorites. The first time I served it, my husband took one bite, smiled, and said in French, “Mmm… c’est très, très bon, ça!” (“Mmm… this is really, really good!”)
Moments like that remind me that the simplest recipes are often the most memorable. With just a handful of ingredients, this dessert lets the delicate flavor of ricotta and the bright freshness of lemon truly shine.
Founder of @Umami Sans Frontières
