Description
Delightful cups filled with creamy ricotta, burnt orange flavor, and packed with protein, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Fresh Ricotta Cheese (2 cups)
- Greek Yogurt (1/2 cup)
- Burnt Orange Zest and Juice (zest and juice of 1 orange)
- Honey (1/4 cup)
- Vanilla Extract (1 teaspoon)
- Protein Powder (1 scoop)
- Salt (a pinch)
- Almonds or Walnuts (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep the Oranges: Zest the orange and cut in half to extract the juice.
- Mix the Ricotta and Yogurt: Combine ricotta cheese and Greek yogurt until creamy.
- Add the Wet Ingredients: Pour in the orange juice, honey, and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Incorporate the Protein Powder: Gently fold in the protein powder until smooth.
- Season with Salt: Add pinch of salt and stir to combine all flavors.
- Prepare the Cups: Spoon the ricotta mixture into serving cups.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up and meld flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with zest and toasted nuts before serving.
- Enjoy: Serve and share with friends and family!
Notes
These cups can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add garnishes fresh before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: ricotta, orange, protein dessert, healthy dessert, easy recipe