CHOCOLATE RICOTTA PUDDING WITH STRAWBERRY SAUCE

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Chocolate Ricotta Pudding with Strawberry Sauce image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     dessert

Time 4h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups fresh strawberries
2 tablespoons sugar
Butter, for greasing cups
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened), chopped
1 1/2 pounds fresh whole milk ricotta cheese, drained for 2 hours to remove any excess liquid
1/4 cup plus 1/3 cup sugar
3 large egg yolks
1 teaspoon orange zest
1/2 teaspoon pure almond extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • To make the sauce: Blend the strawberries and sugar in a food processor until smooth. Strain the puree through a fine mesh strainer. Cover and refrigerate. (Can be made 8 hours ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
  • To make the pudding: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Lightly butter 6 (6-ounce) custard cups. Arrange the cups in a large roasting pan. Melt the chocolate in a medium bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water. Set the melted chocolate aside. Blend the ricotta, 1/4 cup of sugar, egg yolks, orange zest, almond extract, cinnamon, and salt in a food processor until very smooth. Blend in the melted chocolate. Transfer the ricotta mixture to a large bowl.
  • Using an electric mixer with the whisk attachment, beat the egg whites in another large bowl with the cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in the remaining 1/3 cup of sugar. Continue beating until semi-firm peaks form. Fold the egg whites into the ricotta mixture. Spoon the mixture into the prepared cups. Fill the pan with enough hot water to come halfway up the sides of the custard cups. Bake until the pudding puffs slightly but the centers are still creamy, about 25 minutes (the pudding will become thick and creamy when cold). Allow puddings to cool slightly before removing from water bath. Remove the custard cups from the bath. Cover and refrigerate until cold, about 3 hours.
  • Run a knife around the sides of the puddings to loosen. Invert the puddings onto plates. Drizzle the strawberry sauce around the puddings and serve.

Gregory Okuta
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This pudding was a little too rich for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would use less butter next time.


Sochima Ezeoba
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This pudding was easy to make and it turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.


Sheikh Foysal
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This pudding was delicious! I loved the creamy texture and the rich chocolate flavor. The strawberry sauce was also very good.


the night gamer
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The pudding was a little runny, but it still tasted good. I think I would cook it for a little longer next time.


Muktar ali Muktar ali
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This pudding was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would use less sugar next time.


walter Mudzhadzhi
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I made this pudding for my kids and they loved it! They said it was the best pudding they had ever had. I will definitely be making this again.


Lezan Roy
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pudding turned out perfectly! It was creamy and smooth, with a rich chocolate flavor. The strawberry sauce was also delicious and added a nice tartness to the pudding.


Ethan Makhudu
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This pudding was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! I love the combination of chocolate and strawberries. I will definitely be making this again.


offonpoo2Playz
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy texture of the pudding and the tangy sweetness of the strawberry sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Isaac Alade
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This chocolate ricotta pudding with strawberry sauce was a delightful treat! The pudding was creamy and rich, with a perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness from the chocolate. The strawberry sauce added a pop of color and a bright, tart flavor t