Homemade Ricotta & Rose Poached Cherries Recipe

Name: Homemade Ricotta & Rose Poached Cherries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Ricotta; 1/2 gallon whole milk; 2 lemons, juiced (plus more, if needed); 1 sheet of muslin or cheesecloth; Rose Poached Cherries; 1/2 pound sweet cherries, pitted; 2 teaspoons brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon rosewater; 1 lemon, zested

Servings: persons

1
In a large saucepan, heat milk, stirring occasionally, until steaming but not boiling. Remove from heat. Add lemon juice, stirring constantly, a few drops at a time until curds begin to separate from whey. Use as much lemon juice as needed for this to happen. Allow to rest for 10 minutes.
2
Set a colander on top of a large bowl and cover with muslin. Slowly pour curdled milk over colander, allowing the whey to strain from the curds. For a slightly loose ricotta, let strain for 10 minutes. If you want a firmer cheese, continue straining up to 30 minutes more.
3
Meanwhile, in small saucepan, add cherries, sugar, cinnamon, rose water, lemon zest and salt. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil; simmer, slightly macerating cherries until they release the juices, but still hold their shape, 5-7 minutes.
4
To serve, scoop a generous spoonful of cherries into a small bowl. Top with a spoonful of ricotta. Serve immediately.

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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

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: Ricotta, 1/2 gallon whole milk, 2 lemons, juiced (plus more, if needed), 1 sheet of muslin or cheesecloth, and more.

Yes, Homemade Ricotta & Rose Poached Cherries 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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Homemade Ricotta & Rose Poached Cherries

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