Cherry Ricotta Casserole
Indulge in the luscious flavors of this Cherry Ricotta Casserole, a dessert bursting with creamy textures and juicy fruit. This Italian-inspired recipe combines rich ricotta cheese and smooth creamed cottage cheese with fresh cherries (or frozen for convenience), creating a perfectly balanced dish that's as comforting as it is elegant. Sweetened with just the right touch of sugar and brightened with vanilla extract and a hint of lemon zest, this casserole bakes to golden perfection in just 40 minutes. Serve it warm, chilled, or at room temperature, and finish with a sprinkle of powdered sugar for an irresistible presentation. Ideal as a sweet breakfast, a delightful brunch centerpiece, or a light dessert, this cherry casserole is a versatile, crowd-pleasing dish that’s as easy to prepare as it is to enjoy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cherries (pitted, or use frozen pitted cherries)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup creamed cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing the casserole dish)
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a medium-sized casserole dish with butter to prevent sticking.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, creamed cottage cheese, and granulated sugar. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Add the eggs one at a time, whisking after each addition until fully incorporated.
Stir in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and all-purpose flour. Mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.
Spread half of the cherries evenly across the bottom of the greased casserole dish.
Pour the ricotta mixture over the cherries, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Scatter the remaining cherries over the top of the ricotta mixture, pressing them gently into the batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until the casserole is set and lightly golden on top. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Optionally, dust with powdered sugar just before serving for a touch of sweetness and presentation.
Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1549 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.5 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.2 g | 161% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 775 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 1124 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 191.0 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 153.6 g | ||
| Protein | 74.6 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 1318 mg | 101% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1370 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
