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Whipped Ricotta with Honey (Easy 5-Minute Dip)

A bowl with the ricotta spread, topped with honey, fresh herbs, and red pepper flakes.
A classic whipped ricotta with honey makes the perfect easy and delicious appetizer. In just 5 minutes, you have a fluffy ricotta base, and that drizzle of honey brings everything together. Serve with crackers or crostini in the dip for the perfect starter.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 6 as an appetizer
Author: Valentina Ablaev

Ingredients

dip -

  • 15 oz ricotta cheese about 2 cups
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp honey
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

garnish -

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • To a food processor (or blender), add the ricotta, olive oil, honey, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
  • Blend and pulse until the mixture is smooth. Use a spatula to scrape down the sides, if needed.
  • Transfer the whipped ricotta to a serving bowl.
  • Drizzle with the honey, add pepper flakes and herbs,
  • Serve with crostini, baguette, or pita chips.

Notes

  • Use the right ricotta. For the creamiest, richest flavor, use full-fat ricotta when making this dip.
  • Blend until smooth. When whipping the ricotta, blend until the texture becomes light, airy, and completely smooth.
  • Serve at room temperature. This ricotta dip tastes best when served slightly softened, so assemble it just before serving.
  • Storage. Store leftover ricotta dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Enjoy it chilled as a quick dip or spread for sandwiches.
  • Freezing. Freezing is not recommended, as it can affect the texture of the ricotta.