Description
A light and refreshing dessert that combines creamy ricotta, zesty lemon, and a protein boost for a delightful snack or breakfast option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Ricotta Cheese
- 1/4 cup Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 cup Protein Powder (your choice)
- 1–2 tbsp Sweetener (optional)
- Zest of 1 Lemon
- Whipped Cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by measuring and getting them ready.
- Mix the ricotta cheese and lemon juice in a bowl until smooth.
- Add the protein powder gradually and blend until fully combined.
- Zesty whirl by adding lemon zest and folding it in gently.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Plate and serve with a dollop of whipped cream and optional garnishes.
Notes
This serves great as a light dessert or a refreshing snack. You can also vary the flavors by adding fruits or different extracts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: lemon, ricotta, protein, dessert, healthy snack