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Ricotta and Blackberry Crumble

17/11/2023

Here is the recipe for the ricotta and blackberry crumble, a rustic and tasty dessert that pairs the sweetness of the cheese with the freshness of the berries.

Ingredients

  • 300g of all-purpose flour
  • 200g of cold butter, cubed
  • 150g of granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • A pinch of salt
  • Grated zest of 1 lemon
  • 500g of ricotta cheese
  • 120g of powdered sugar
  • 250g of blackberries
  • 1 vanilla pod or vanilla extract

Preparation

  1. Prepare the crumble base: in a bowl, mix the flour with granulated sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Add the cold cubed butter and start to work the mixture with your fingertips until you get a sandy consistency. Then incorporate the egg and yolk along with the grated lemon zest, mixing quickly to not warm the dough.
  2. Line the bottom of a 24cm diameter springform pan with parchment paper and distribute half of the crumble mixture, pressing it down lightly to form a compact base.
  3. For the filling, mix the ricotta with powdered sugar and the seeds from the vanilla pod (or the extract). Spread the ricotta mixture over the crumble base in the pan.
  4. Distribute the blackberries over the ricotta filling, pressing them down lightly so that they sink into the filling a bit.
  5. Cover everything with the remaining crumble mixture, without pressing too hard.
  6. Bake the crumble in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 40 minutes or until the surface is golden.
  7. Allow to cool completely before removing it from the pan and serving.

Fun Fact

The crumble is a cake with a rustic look, but with a soft and rich heart. The ricotta and blackberry version is especially loved for the balance between the sweetness of the ricotta and the slight acidity of the blackberries. Always remember to choose good quality ingredients, because in such a simple preparation each flavor is enhanced.