Ricotta Soufflés with Blackberry Compote

Vegetarian
Health score
5%
Ricotta Soufflés with Blackberry Compote
45 min.
6
318kcal

Suggestions

Indulge in the delightful fusion of a light and airy Ricotta Soufflé, complemented by the luscious, homemade Blackberry Compote in this exquisite vegetarian side dish. Perfect for a dinner party or a special family gathering, this recipe promises a burst of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds craving more.

The Ricotta Soufflés are meticulously crafted with a blend of fresh ricotta cheese, lemon juice, and egg whites, whipped to perfection to create a delicate, cloud-like texture. The addition of egg yolks and sugar ensures a rich, sweet taste that balances beautifully with the tangy, fruity Blackberry Compote. This compote is made from scratch, simmering frozen blackberries with sweet vermouth, lemon juice, and sugar, resulting in a thick, jam-like consistency that is both sweet and slightly tart.

This recipe, which serves six, is not only vegetarian-friendly but also boasts a relatively quick preparation time of 45 minutes. Each serving contains approximately 318 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence. The soufflés themselves can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to focus on the rest of your meal. The key to a successful soufflé is in the folding of the egg whites into the ricotta mixture, ensuring a light and airy texture that will rise beautifully in the oven.

To elevate your dining experience, pair these Ricotta Soufflés with the Blackberry Compote in a stunning presentation. The contrast of the white soufflé against the dark purple-black compote is not only visually appealing but also offers a delightful mix of textures – the crisp exterior of the soufflé giving way to its soft, fluffy interior, followed by the satisfyingly thick compote.

Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a baking novice, this Ricotta Soufflés with Blackberry Compote recipe is sure to impress your guests with its elegance and simplicity. So why not give it a try and add a touch of gourmet to your next meal?

Ingredients

  • tablespoons flour 
  • 0.5 pound blackberries frozen
  • tablespoon cornstarch 
  • large egg whites 
  • large egg yolk 
  • cup ricotta cheese fresh
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • cup sugar divided
  • 0.3 cup mirin sweet
  • cup milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • blender
  • plastic wrap
  • ramekin

Directions

  1. Whisk 3/4 cup sugar, cornstarch, and flour inlarge bowl.
  2. Add egg yolks and lemon peel;whisk to blend.
  3. Bring milk just to simmer in smallsaucepan over medium-high heat.Gradually whisk hot milk into yolk mixture.Return mixture to same saucepan andbring to boil over medium heat, whiskingconstantly. Boil 1 minute, whiskingconstantly (pastry cream will be thick).
  4. Spread pastry cream out to 1/3-inchthickness on small rimmed baking sheet.Cover completely with plastic wrap. Cool toroom temperature.
  5. Transfer pastry cream tomedium bowl.
  6. Whisk in ricotta. Cover andchill until cold, about 1 hour.
  7. Bring blackberries, vermouth, lemonjuice, and 1/4 cup sugar to boil in smallsaucepan, crushing some berries andstirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat tomedium-low; simmer until mixture thickensand measures 1 cup, about 8 minutes.
  8. Transfer blackberry compote to small bowl,cover with plastic wrap, and chill.
  9. Butter six 1/2-cup ramekins; coat withsugar, tapping out any excess. Usingelectric mixer, beat egg whites in largebowl until soft peaks form. Gradually beatin remaining 6 tablespoons sugar; continuebeating until stiff but not dry. Fold eggwhites into ricotta mixture. Spoon batterinto ramekins; smooth tops. Run thumb1/4 inch deep around inside edge of eachsoufflé dish to wipe clean. do ahead Canbe made 4 hours ahead. Cover and chill.
  10. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  11. Bake soufflésuntil puffed and golden at edges, about 28minutes (about 32 minutes if chilled).
  12. Serveimmediately with blackberry compote.

Nutrition Facts

Calories318kcal
Protein15.36%
Fat28.48%
Carbs56.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.18
Glycemic Load
26.12
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.6143478414287%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
37.78mg
Pelargonidin
0.17mg
Peonidin
0.08mg
Catechin
14.01mg
Epigallocatechin
0.04mg
Epicatechin
1.76mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.26mg
Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.25mg
Quercetin
1.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:318.39kcal
15.92%
Fat:10.06g
15.48%
Saturated Fat:5.28g
33%
Carbohydrates:44.65g
14.88%
Net Carbohydrates:42.55g
15.47%
Sugar:37.67g
41.86%
Cholesterol:148.36mg
49.45%
Sodium:111.35mg
4.84%
Alcohol:0.95g
100%
Alcohol %:0.55%
100%
Protein:12.21g
24.41%
Selenium:20.96µg
29.94%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.83%
Phosphorus:167.32mg
16.73%
Calcium:164.66mg
16.47%
Manganese:0.28mg
13.91%
Vitamin C:10.84mg
13.14%
Vitamin B12:0.61µg
10.18%
Vitamin A:494.58IU
9.89%
Folate:38.35µg
9.59%
Fiber:2.11g
8.42%
Vitamin K:8.15µg
7.76%
Vitamin B5:0.77mg
7.66%
Zinc:1.14mg
7.62%
Vitamin D:1.14µg
7.61%
Potassium:242.88mg
6.94%
Magnesium:22.22mg
5.56%
Vitamin E:0.81mg
5.42%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.23%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.99%
Iron:0.87mg
4.85%
Copper:0.1mg
4.78%
Vitamin B3:0.52mg
2.61%
Source:Epicurious