Ricotta with Raisins and Dried Fruit
A simple, creamy ricotta bowl sweetened with plump raisins and chewy dried apricots and figs. Perfect for a quick breakfast, snack, or light dessert.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 14g
Ingredients
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- ½ cup raisins
- ½ cup dried apricots
- ½ cup dried figs
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, soak the 0.5 cup raisins in warm water for 10 minutes until plump, then drain well.
- 2
Chop the 0.5 cup dried apricots and 0.5 cup dried figs into small bite-sized pieces.
- 3
In a medium bowl, combine the 2 cups ricotta, drained raisins, chopped apricots, and chopped figs. Stir gently to mix.
- 4
Add the 2 tablespoons honey and 1 teaspoon lemon zest, then stir until evenly distributed.
- 5
Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature, drizzled with extra honey if desired.
- 6
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Tools you’ll need
- small bowl
- medium bowl
- knife
- cutting board
- spoon
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