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Creamy Whipped Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey

Close-up of a creamy white ricotta dip generously drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with fresh green herbs.
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Make this simple, creamy ricotta dip whipped until light and airy, then top it with sweet and spicy hot honey for an impressive appetizer perfect for any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 15 ounces whole milk ricotta cheese, drained if watery
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup hot honey (or regular honey with a pinch of red pepper flakes)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh herbs, chopped (like basil or chives) for garnish
  • Crostini or sliced baguette for serving

Instructions

  1. Place the drained ricotta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper into a food processor or a stand mixer bowl fitted with a whisk attachment.
  2. Process or whip the mixture on high speed for 3 to 5 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed, until the ricotta is completely smooth, light, and airy.
  3. Transfer the whipped ricotta dip to a shallow serving bowl. Spread it slightly with the back of a spoon to create texture.
  4. Drizzle the hot honey evenly over the top of the dip.
  5. Sprinkle with the chopped fresh herbs.
  6. Serve immediately with crostini or sliced baguette for dipping.

Notes

  • If you do not have a food processor, you can use a hand mixer, but you may need to whip longer to achieve a very smooth texture.
  • For a savory variation, substitute the hot honey with a drizzle of high-quality olive oil and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt and cracked black pepper.
  • This creamy ricotta dip is best served at room temperature or slightly chilled.

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