Lemon and Ricotta Mousse with Fresh Berries

A light and airy Italian dessert featuring creamy ricotta, bright lemon, and fresh berries. Pairs perfectly with richer dishes like Stroganoff.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

15 minutes + 30 minutes chilling

Calories

315 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£1.51/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

1cupRicotta Cheese(Whole milk ricotta, drained well)

£1.50

1largeLemon(Zest and juice)

£0.60

2tablespoonsHoney or Maple Syrup(Adjust to taste. Can use a sugar substitute.)

£0.40

0.5teaspoonVanilla Extract

£0.25

0.5cupHeavy Cream(Cold, for whipping)

£0.80

1cupMixed Berries(Fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, etc.)

£2.50

OptionalOptional Garnish(Mint leaves, lemon zest)

Total Cost

£6.05

£1.51 per serving

Instructions

1.
In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
2.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
3.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the ricotta mixture until just combined. Do not overmix, as this will deflate the mousse.
4.
Divide the mousse evenly among four serving glasses or bowls.
5.
Top each serving with the fresh mixed berries.
6.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the mousse to set and the flavors to meld.
7.
Garnish with mint leaves or additional lemon zest, if desired.

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (170g)

315 kcal / 1318 kJ

Carbs

22g

8% of RDA

Fat

23g

33% of RDA

Protein

10g

20% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

19 g

21% of RDA

Sodium

80 mg

3% of RDA

Saturated Fat

14 g

70% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a smoother mousse, you can process the ricotta cheese in a food processor before mixing it with the other ingredients.

Make sure the ricotta cheese is well-drained to prevent the mousse from being too watery. Place it in a cheese cloth to drain before using.

The amount of honey or maple syrup can be adjusted to your preference. Taste the mousse before chilling and add more sweetener if needed.

For a healthier option, use a sugar substitute like stevia or erythritol instead of honey or maple syrup.

If berries are not in season, substitute with a berry compote. Can add additional flavorings, such as cinnamon, to the compote.

Cooking Equipment

Mixing Bowls

Whisk

Serving Glasses or Bowls

Wine Pairings

No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.

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