Go Back
Close-up of ricotta and coffee cream dessert garnished with coffee beans in a shallow glass bowl.

Ricotta and Coffee Cream Dessert

A chilled Italian dessert made with ricotta, strong espresso, dark rum, and sugar blended smooth in the food processor and refrigerated overnight before serving.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • lb fresh ricotta
  • cup granulated sugar
  • 5 tbsp dark rum
  • ½ cup + 2 tbsp very strong espresso coffee
  • whole coffee beans, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Combine the ricotta, sugar, rum, and coffee into a food processor.
  • Process to a creamy consistency.
  • Taste and adjust flavoring, as needed.
  • Pour into dessert cups and refrigerate overnight.
  • Before serving, garnish with whole coffee beans. Serve cold.
Keyword Marcella Hazan