Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 4-6
Step into Ancient Rome with Libum, Roman Libum a simple yet divine honey cheesecake that was offered to the gods in religious ceremonies and later enjoyed as a luxurious treat. 🏺✨ This soft, ricotta-style cake is lightly sweetened with honey, baked to golden perfection, and served warm with an extra drizzle of honey. Naturally simple and incredibly delicious, it’s a dessert fit for emperors and history lovers alike! 🍯🧀
Ingredients For Roman Libum
🔥 For the Libum (Roman Honey Cheesecake):
☑ 1 ½ cups ricotta or fresh cheese 🧀
☑ ½ cup whole wheat or spelt flour 🌾
☑ 1 egg 🥚
☑ ¼ teaspoon🥄 salt 🧂
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 olive oil
🔥 For the Honey Drizzle:
☑ ¼ cup raw honey 🍯
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 warm water (to thin out the honey)
🔥 For Garnish (Optional):
☑ Crushed nuts (almonds or walnuts) 🌰
☑ Fresh figs or grapes 🍇
👨🍳 Cooking Steps For Roman Libum
🏺 Step 1: Make the Dough
1️⃣ In a bowl, mix ricotta, flour, egg, salt, and olive oil until a soft dough forms.
2️⃣ Shape into small, round cakes about 1 inch thick.
🏺 Step 2: Bake the Cakes
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2️⃣ Place cakes on a lightly greased baking tray and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.
🏺 Step 3: Drizzle with Honey & Serve
1️⃣ Mix warm honey and water to create a smooth glaze.
2️⃣ Drizzle over the warm cakes and garnish with crushed nuts or fresh figs.
3️⃣ Serve immediately for a soft, heavenly dessert!
Sweet, creamy, and steeped in history—Roman Libum is the perfect way to taste the flavors of Ancient Rome! Who’s ready for a dessert fit for the gods? 🏺🍯
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