Whipped Ricotta Cheese Dip & Hot Honey
May 18, 2022 Updated Dec 09, 2024
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If you haven’t had whipped ricotta yet, I am very happy to introduce you to this amazingly delicious and easy appetizer! Seriously, all you have to do is throw a couple things (ahem, ricotta and olive oil) in a food processor, put it in a serving bowl, and top it with some other things–easy cheesy! The best part is that this ricotta dip is highly versatile: you can keep it simple with homemade (or store bought) crostini, add it to your breakfast toast, or serve it on a cheese board with other cheeses, meats, and some fresh produce. The possibilities are endless!
For other appetizer ideas, check out my Burrata & Roasted Strawberry Crostini, Burrata Prosciutto Crostini, Ultimate Burrata Board, Roasted Grape Crostini, Brie Brûlée, Smashed Blackberry & Brie Crostini, and Baked Brie Cheese Board (to name a few).
How To Make Whipped Ricotta Dip
Ingredients
- 16 ounces whole milk ricotta
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for greasing (divided)
- 3 tablespoons spicy honey (I like Mike’s Hot Honey)
- Course sea salt
- Chili flakes
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
- Add ricotta and 2 tbsp olive oil to food processor and blend until smooth.
- Meanwhile, lightly grease a small, microwave-safe bowl with olive oil. Add honey to bowl and microwave until warmed through.
- Transfer whipped ricotta to a shallow serving bowl and drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and warmed honey.
- Sprinkle with salt, chili flakes, and chopped parsley to taste.
- Serve with crostini (find instructions in this post) or your favorite bread. Enjoy!
Don’t Like Hot Honey?
No prob! Swap the hot honey for your favorite regular honey and you are all set. Ricotta and honey are a classic combo, whether you prefer it sweet or spicy.
Things to Dip in Whipped Ricotta
Other than crostini, try using some of these!
- Fresh or roasted strawberries
- Apple slices
- Grilled flatbread
- Seedy crackers
- Pita chips
- Sweet bell peppers
- Cucumbers
- Carrots
Other Flavor Options
Whether you blend with the cheese or serve on top, here are some alternatives to use:
- Rosemary
- Thyme
- Lemon
- Black pepper
- Garlic
- Balsamic glaze
- Basil
- Pistachios
Show Me Your Apps
I hope this post inspires you to make a new recipe. Nothing makes me happier than seeing the beautiful snacks you create from my tips. If you make something inspired by this post, please tag me at @ainttooproudtomeg so I can see and share!
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Whipped Ricotta Cheese & Hot Honey Dip
Ingredients
- 16 oz whole milk ricotta
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil plus more for greasing (divided)
- 3 tbsp spicy honey
- Course sea salt
- Chili flakes
- Fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Add ricotta and 2 tbsp olive oil to food processor and blend until smooth.
- Meanwhile, lightly grease a small, microwave-safe bowl with olive oil. Add honey to bowl and microwave until warmed through.
- Transfer whipped ricotta to a shallow serving bowl and drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and warmed honey.
- Sprinkle with salt, chili flakes, and chopped parsley to taste.
- Serve with crostini or your favorite bread. Enjoy!
Photos by my friends at Salt Worth Creative, who also shot The Cheese Board Deck.
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Delicious idea and easy to make.
This is AMAZINGGGG! So easy, delicious and you can adjust the spice to your preferred heat. Love!
This is delicious as is, but next time I’m going to make it with hot honey and thyme. I love that combo in other recipes and I’m positive it’ll be great here too! I love that you give suggestions for alternative ingredients. That’s so helpful!
What an amazing yet simple recipe. This was a crowd pleaser for sure! Cant wait to make it again 🙂
This recipe NEVER MISSES. I am so obsessed, and now my family is too. They beg me to make it as an app for every holiday. I am such a big ricotta fan and this recipe is just chef’s kiss all around. Would HIGHLY recommend!!!
So yum!
Perfect appetizer! Can’t wait to make this at my next gathering.
Yay! Thank you so much 🙂
Love your dips Meg. And thanks for introducing me me to hot honey!
Oh my goodness… hot honey is a game changer!
So easy to make, and with ingredients I usually already have! Love the versatility as well with different herbs + dippers (hello basil & fresh strawberry!).
Yum. So happy to hear that!
This was delicious. A game changer for sure!
yay!