Caramelized Peaches and Sweet Ricotta Recipe

Name: Caramelized Peaches and Sweet Ricotta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups part-skim ricotta cheese; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 tablespoons mild honey; 8 medium ripe peaches, peeled and sliced or 6 cups frozen non-sweetened peach slices; ½ cup granulated sugar; 1 orange, juice and grated zest; 1 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons freshly grated gingerroot; 2 tablespoons orange-flavored brandy (optional); fresh mint leaves, as garnish

Servings: persons

1
Place ricotta cheese in food processor and blend until completely smooth.
2
Remove and stir in vanilla extract and honey.
3
Refrigerate until ready to serve.
4
(This can be done ahead, but the ricotta cheese will become more honey-flavored.
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When ready to serve, prepare and premeasure all ingredients and have assembled by skillet.
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This dish will cook quickly.
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Organize dessert bowls or plates.
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Mound equal amount of sweetened ricotta cheese on each plate.
10
Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat on the cooktop.
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Sprinkle sugar into dry, hot skillet.
12
Shake pan to distribute sugar evenly on surface of skillet.
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Lower heat to medium and allow sugar to melt and turn caramel-colored, about 10 to 12 minutes.
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Do not rush this process or the sugar will burn and scorch.
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When sugar is mostly liquid and golden brown, remove pan from heat.
16
Carefully add, all at once, the orange juice, zest, butter, and ginger.
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Cook and stir until sugar is mostly dissolved.
18
Add peach slices, return pan to heat, and continue cooking and gently stirring until peaches are barely done and a rich, flavorful sauce has been created.
19
Add brandy, if desired, and cook for about 1 minute.
20
Spoon equal amounts of peaches and sauce over the mounds of cheese and decorate each with a fresh mint leaf or sprig of mint.
21
Serve immediately.

350

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ½ cups part-skim ricotta cheese, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 3 tablespoons mild honey, 8 medium ripe peaches, peeled and sliced or 6 cups frozen non-sweetened peach slices, and more.

Yes, Caramelized Peaches and Sweet Ricotta falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Caramelized Peaches and Sweet Ricotta

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Variations & substitutions

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