Strawberries On Vanilla Ricotta (Video)
Strawberries on Vanilla Ricotta
A summer dessert that feels like a hug from the garden.
This simple, fresh, and oh-so-pretty dish pairs creamy vanilla ricotta with juicy strawberries and a drizzle of sweet basil syrup. It's the kind of dessert that looks fancy but comes together in minutes—no oven required!
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| DIETARIES | SERVES | PREP TIME | COOK TIME |
|---|---|---|---|
| GF | VEG | 4-6 | 10 MINS | - |
INGREDIENTS
Ricotta Base
250g ricotta
1 tsp vanilla paste
¼ cup icing sugar
Zest of 1 lemon
Pinch of salt
Strawberries
3 punnets strawberries, hulled
Sweet Basil Syrup
½ cup sugar
½ cup water
Handful of fresh basil
To Serve (Optional)
Mini-meringues
METHOD
Make the vanilla ricotta: In a medium bowl, whisk together ricotta, vanilla paste, icing sugar, lemon zest, and salt until smooth and well combined.
Blend the basil syrup: In a small blender, combine sugar, water, and basil. Blend until smooth and the sugar has dissolved.
Assemble the dish: Spoon the vanilla ricotta onto a serving platter. Top with hulled strawberries. Drizzle generously with the basil syrup.
Optional garnish: Add mini-meringues for extra crunch and texture.
What Makes It Special?
Garden-Fresh Vibes: Sweet strawberries meet fragrant basil in a syrup that tastes like sunshine.
Velvety Ricotta Base: Lightly sweetened, with a hint of vanilla and lemon zest for that little something extra.
Quick and Easy: No cooking involved—just blend, whisk, and plate.
Showstopper Looks: It’s the kind of effortless beauty perfect for brunches, dinner parties, or casual treats.
Naturally Gluten-Free: And you can keep it vegetarian, too!
Key Ingredients
Creamy ricotta
Vanilla paste
Fresh strawberries
Sweet basil syrup
Optional mini-meringues for crunch
Perfect For
Your next brunch spread, a no-fuss dinner party dessert, or anytime you need something fresh, fast, and fabulous.
Cook’s Notes
Sweet basil syrup will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. Use leftovers over pancakes, ice cream, or even in cocktails!