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Whipped Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey

Delicious Whipped Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey 🍯✨ ready to serve

Whipped Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey 🍯✨

Prep Time

20-25 min

Cook Time

25-30 min

Servings

4 servings

Difficulty

Intermediate

✅ Why This Recipe Works

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Simple preparation with impressive, restaurant-quality results

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Uses fresh, wholesome ingredients you can feel good about

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Perfectly balanced flavors that everyone will love

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Easy to customize based on dietary preferences and what’s in your pantry

🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need

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Complete Shopping & Preparation Checklist

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cup fresh ricotta cheese

/2 cup cream cheese, softened

tablespoons olive oil

teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Salt and pepper, to taste

tablespoons honey (plus extra for drizzling)

teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

Fresh herbs (like basil or thyme) for garnish

Fresh vegetables and crostini for serving

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Proper Storage

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👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1

Blend the Base: In a food processor, combine the ricotta cheese, cream cheese, olive oil, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure a uniform texture.

Step 2

Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, blending again until well mixed. You want a balanced flavor, so adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 3

Prepare the Hot Honey: In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the honey and stir in the red pepper flakes. Allow it to simmer for about 2-3 minutes, letting the flavors meld. Remove from heat; you want it warm but not boiling.

Step 4

Assemble the Dip: Spoon the whipped ricotta mixture into a serving bowl, spreading it out evenly.

Step 5

Drizzle and Garnish: Drizzle the hot honey over the top of the whipped ricotta dip. Use a spoon to create a swirling pattern if desired. Garnish with fresh herbs for a pop of color and additional flavor.