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🌍Authentic Italian recipe from a Italy-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Fabio Campoli

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Italian Cheese Pudding

Cultural Context

Italian cheese pudding, or Budino di Ricotta, hails from Italy's rich culinary tradition, where desserts often highlight local dairy products. This pudding is a delightful blend of creamy ricotta and sweet flavors, making it a beloved treat at family gatherings and festive occasions. Today, variations can be found in many Italian restaurants worldwide, showcasing the versatility of this classic dessert.

ItalianITdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
ricotta cheese
sugar
eggs
vanilla extract
lemon zest
milk
cornstarch
salt
butter
powdered sugar
fresh fruit
mint leaves

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: mascarpone

Cottage cheese reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a dairy-free alternative.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Almond milk is lower in calories.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese and sugar until smooth.

3

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

4

Stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest until fully incorporated.

5

In a small saucepan, heat milk over low heat and whisk in cornstarch until dissolved.

6

Gradually add the milk mixture to the cheese mixture, stirring constantly.

7

Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.

8

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the pudding is set and lightly golden on top.

9

Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.

10

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

11

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

12

Garnish with fresh fruit and mint leaves.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

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Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Budino di RicottaRicotta Pudding
Local Name: Budino di Formaggio

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