Creamy Vanilla Ricotta & Macadamia Mousse
A velvety, sweet keto treat made with whole-milk ricotta, rich macadamia nuts, and pure vanilla extract. It offers a cozy, comforting dessert experience completely free of eggs, yogurt, and chocolate.
Prep
5 min
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Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Ellie + Lila
Ellie created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
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Prep
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Total
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Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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Next: Measure 100g of whole-milk ricotta cheese
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Measure 100g of whole-milk ricotta cheese
Measure 100g of whole-milk ricotta cheese, 15g of macadamia nuts, 15ml of heavy whipping cream, 1/4 tsp of pure vanilla extract, and 1 tsp of powdered erythritol into a small food processor or high-speed blender.
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Blend on high for 60 to 90…
Blend on high for 60 to 90 seconds until the mixture transforms into a completely smooth, airy, and velvety mousse with no nut grittiness remaining.
Look for: the mixture transforms into a completely smooth, airy, and velvety mousse with no nut grittiness remaining
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Transfer the mousse into a small dessert…
Transfer the mousse into a small dessert ramekin using a spatula.
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Serve immediately at room temperature for a…
Serve immediately at room temperature for a soft cream texture, or chill in the refrigerator at 38°F (3°C) for 15 minutes to firm up slightly before eating.
Allow: 15 minutes
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