Frozen Blueberry Ricotta Pops: A Creamy and Refreshing Summer Treat
Looking for a delicious and cooling treat that’s simple to make and bursting with flavour? These Frozen Blueberry Ricotta Pops are perfect. Combining creamy ricotta cheese with the natural sweetness of blueberries, these popsicles offer a delightful way to enjoy a refreshing dessert or snack. Ideal for hot summer days, they blend rich and fruity flavours with a touch of elegance from a decadent chocolate glaze and rose petal garnish.
Blending Ingredients for the Perfect Texture
The first crucial step is achieving a smooth and creamy texture. Blend ricotta cheese with fresh blueberries, icing sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until completely smooth. Using an immersion blender or food processor will ensure a uniform texture and rich flavour. This step is key to a creamy consistency that enhances the taste of your frozen treat.
Preparing the Popsicles: Freezing for the Right Consistency
Next, pour the mixture into cake popsicle moulds and insert the wooden sticks. Freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight. This solidifies the popsicles, making them perfect for a warm day. For easier removal, consider using silicone moulds.
Adding the Chocolate Glaze: Elevating Your Popsicles
To elevate the popsicles, dip them in a rich chocolate glaze made from melted milk chocolate and neutral oil.
This adds a glossy, irresistible finish and enhances the overall flavour. After dipping, drizzle extra chocolate over the popsicles for decoration.
Serving and Enjoying Your Frozen Treat
Sprinkle with delicate rose petals for a sophisticated touch and an extra layer of flavour.
Once the chocolate glaze has set, store the popsicles in an airtight container in the freezer. They will keep for up to 2 weeks. Serve these Frozen Blueberry Ricotta Pops as a refreshing dessert or a sweet snack. They are both elegant and easy to prepare.
In summary, these Frozen Blueberry Ricotta Pops are a creamy, fruity, and beautifully decorated treat. They are perfect for summer gatherings or a simple indulgence. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavours and textures in every bite!
Catch the full recipe tutorial on my Instagram!
Be sure to try our Passion Fruit Ricotta Dessert (Syrok) too—I’m sure you’ll fall in love with it!
Description
Enjoy a refreshing summer treat with these Frozen Blueberry Ricotta Pops. Creamy ricotta, sweet blueberries, vanilla, and lemon zest create a delightful flavour combination. Coated in milk chocolate and garnished with rose petals, these popsicles are both delicious and visually appealing. Perfect for a quick, elegant dessert.
Ingredients
For the pops:
For the Chocolate Glaze:
For Garnish:
Instructions
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In a bowl, combine the ricotta, blueberries, icing sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Use an immersion blender to blitz until smooth, or alternatively, use a food processor.
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Fill cake popsicle molds with the mixture and insert the wooden sticks. Freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight.
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For the glaze, melt the chocolate in the microwave in 10-second bursts, stirring after each interval. Add the oil and mix well.
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Remove the blueberry ricotta popsicles from the molds and dip them in the chocolate. Transfer the remaining chocolate into a piping bag and decorate the popsicles, then sprinkle with rose petals.
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Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy!
Servings: 10 ServingCalories:258.42kcalTotal Fat:14.33gSaturated Fat: 7.36gTrans Fat: 0.09gCholesterol:19.14mgSodium:51.81mgPotassium:199.19mgTotal Carbohydrate:28.2gDietary Fiber: 1.85gSugars: 22.29gProtein:4.45gVitamin A: 48.53IUVitamin C: 6.87mgCalcium: 112.06mgIron: 0.86mgVitamin D: 0.05IUVitamin E: 0.81IUVitamin K: 8.78mcgThiamin: 0.04mgRiboflavin: 0.17mgNiacin: 0.26mgVitamin B6: 0.05mgFolate: 6.72mcgVitamin B12: 0.43mcgPhosphorus: 105.32mgMagnesium: 26.22mgZinc: 0.86mg
Note
Substitutions: You can use other berries or fruits in place of blueberries for a different flavor.
Sweetness Level: Adjust the amount of icing sugar to taste, depending on the sweetness of your blueberries.
Chocolate Coating: For a thicker chocolate coating, dip the popsicles twice, allowing the first layer to harden before dipping again.
Storage: Store the popsicles in an airtight container to prevent freezer burn and maintain freshness.
Decoration: If rose petals aren’t available, try using crushed nuts, coconut flakes, or sprinkles for garnish.