Think of Strawberries and Cream but with an adult twist. This lovely Balsamic Strawberries and Honey-Ricotta Cream recipe will elevate your dessert game, that’s for sure!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 (16-ounce) container strawberries, hulled and quartered
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, cut into ribbons

Directions

  1. Put the ricotta cheese, honey and vanilla extract into the small bowl of a food processor and process until smooth, about 1 minute. Transfer to a small bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  2. In a small saucepan combine the vinegar and sugar and bring to a boil. Simmer over medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Allow to cool completely.
  3. In a medium bowl, toss the berries with the basil and the balsamic syrup.
  4. Divide the cream among 4 cocktail glasses, top with the berry mixture and serve.
  5. Excellent source of: Vitamin C, Manganese
  6. Good source of: Protein, Vitamin K, Calcium, Phosphorus, Selenium