Sugar Free Baked Ricotta Custard South Beach Diet Friendly
Indulge guilt-free with this Sugar-Free Baked Ricotta Custard, a South Beach Diet-friendly dessert that’s as satisfying as it is healthy. Made with creamy ricotta cheese, fragrant vanilla and almond extracts, and a touch of sugar-free sweetness, this custard is a low-carb, protein-packed treat perfect for any phase of your health journey. A hint of ground cinnamon and optional lemon zest adds a warm, zesty twist, while its silky texture pairs beautifully with its subtle sweetness. Quick to prepare and baked to golden perfection in just 40 minutes, this dessert can be enjoyed warm or chilled for a heavenly experience that's both simple and sophisticated. Ideal for anyone following a low-sugar or low-carb lifestyle, this custard is a crowd-pleasing way to satisfy your sweet cravings while staying on track.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Ricotta cheese
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 0.5 tsp Almond extract
- 0.33 cup Granulated sugar substitute (e.g., erythritol or stevia blend)
- 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp Grated lemon zest (optional)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish or an 8x8-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, eggs, vanilla extract, almond extract, and granulated sugar substitute. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Stir in the ground cinnamon and grated lemon zest, if using, to enhance the flavor.
Pour the custard mixture into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula if needed.
Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the custard is set and slightly golden around the edges. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool for 10-15 minutes. The custard will set further as it cools.
Slice into 6 equal portions and serve warm or chilled. Optionally, sprinkle with additional cinnamon before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 47.6 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.4 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 278 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 458 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.3 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 51.3 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1876 mg | 144% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 472 mg | 10% | |
*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.
