Ricotta Caramel Custards Recipe

Name: Ricotta Caramel Custards
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups sugar; 1/4 cup water; 2 pounds fresh whole milk ricotta; 1 large egg; 2 large egg yolks; 1/3 cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon light rum; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon orange-flower water; 2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 375 and position a rack in the middle of the oven.
2
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of the sugar with the water and bring to a boil over moderately high heat.
3
Stir with a wooden spoon to dissolve the sugar.
4
Using a wet pastry brush, wash down any sugar crystals from the side of the pan.
5
Continue to boil the sugar syrup, without stirring, until a golden amber caramel forms, 6 to 8 minutes.
6
Remove the saucepan from the heat and dip the bottom of the pan in a bowl of cool water to stop the cooking.
7
Immediately pour the hot caramel into eight 4-ounce ramekins; swirl to evenly coat the bottoms with caramel.
8
Set the ramekins in a roasting pan.
9
In a food processor, combine the ricotta with the whole egg, egg yolks, cream, rum, vanilla, orange-flower water, orange zest and the remaining 1/4 cup sugar.
10
Process until smooth.
11
Pour the mixture into the ramekins.
12
Put the roasting pan in the oven and pour enough hot water into the pan to reach halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
13
Bake the ricotta custards for about 45 minutes or until golden brown on top and set around the edges but still slightly soft in the center.
14
Transfer the ramekins to a rack and let cool.
15
Cover and refrigerate the custards overnight.
16
To unmold, run a small knife around each custard, place a dessert plate on top and invert, giving the ramekin a little shake.
17
If the custard sticks, briefly dip the bottom of the ramekin in hot water and invert again.

561

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 1/4 cups sugar, 1/4 cup water, 2 pounds fresh whole milk ricotta, 1 large egg, and more.

Yes, Ricotta Caramel Custards falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Ricotta Caramel Custards

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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