Spicy Hot Honey Whipped Ricotta Dip
Make this creamy, luxurious whipped ricotta dip topped with spicy hot honey. It is a quick, no-bake appetizer perfect for parties or entertaining.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 ounces whole milk ricotta cheese, drained if watery
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup hot honey (or more to taste)
- 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh rosemary sprigs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Place the drained ricotta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper into a food processor.
- Process the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed, until the ricotta is completely smooth and fluffy.
- Transfer the whipped ricotta to a shallow serving bowl. Use the back of a spoon to create a slight well or swirl on top.
- Drizzle the hot honey evenly over the surface of the dip.
- Garnish with chopped walnuts and small sprigs of fresh rosemary, if you are using them.
- Serve immediately with crostini, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- If you do not have a food processor, you can use a high-powered blender or a stand mixer with the whisk attachment. Whip until very smooth.
- To make this a savory dip instead of sweet and spicy, skip the hot honey and top with finely chopped garlic, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of good quality olive oil.
- This dip pairs well with sparkling wine for an elegant appetizer experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of dip
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 9
- Cholesterol: 35