Some of the yummiest things I make barely qualify as recipes, and this creamy bowl is a perfect example. I simply stir part-skim ricotta with a splash of vanilla and a drizzle of honey, then pile on the fresh berries. That’s it! It takes about five minutes, uses just four ingredients, and tastes like the luscious filling of an Italian pastry… topped with plenty of juicy fruit.

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I’ve always loved ricotta. It’s rich and satisfying, yet mild enough to swing sweet or savory. As a dietitian, I also appreciate that it brings protein and calcium to the table. Here, it creates an indulgent base for fiber-rich berries, transforming a few everyday ingredients into a delicious breakfast, afternoon pick-me-up, or fuss-free dessert.

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More scrumptious ways to use ricotta

Whether you’re craving something sweet or savory, there are so many tasty ways to put ricotta to work:

A honey dipper drizzles honey over a jar of creamy Sweetened Ricotta Cream with Berries, topped with blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, and mint. A bowl of mixed berries and fresh strawberries are visible in the background.

More of my “no-recipe” recipes!

You can never have too many effortless ideas tucked in your back pocket. My Single-Serve Apple Nachos, Rice Cakes with Cottage Cheese, Peanut Butter and Berry Breakfast Bowl, Avocado Caprese Toast, and Grilled Peanut Butter and Fruit all transform a handful of kitchen staples into something fun and satisfying. There’s hardly any measuring or cleanup, and plenty of room to improvise, which is exactly the kind of kitchen magic I love.

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A small glass jar filled with Sweetened Ricotta Cream with Berries, topped with blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, and a mint leaf. A bowl of mixed berries and a honey dipper are nearby on a white surface.
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Sweet Ricotta Cream with Fresh Berries

Creamy ricotta is gently sweetened with honey and vanilla, then topped with juicy berries. It’s an easy, protein-rich breakfast or snack… but indulgent enough for dessert, too.
Yield: 1 serving
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • ½ cup part-skim ricotta
  • ½-1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • ½ to 1 cup fresh berries

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, mix together the ricotta, vanilla and honey until thoroughly combined. Top with fresh berries.
Author: Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, CDN

Nutrition Information per serving

Calories: 270Carbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gTotal Fat: 10g— Unsaturated Fat: 6g— Saturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 125mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gTotal Sugar: 18g— Natural Sugar: 12g— Added Sugar: 6gVitamin C: 56mgCalcium: 355mgIron: 1.1mg
Nutrition information is calculated using a leading industry software. That being said, brands can vary, and there may be slight fluctuations in the numbers.
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