Description
A delightful blend of creamy ricotta and spicy hot honey, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce or chili oil
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh cracked pepper
- Optional: fresh herbs (thyme, basil, or chives)
- Optional: lemon zest for garnish
- Crostini, pita chips, or sliced baguette
- Sweet peppers or cucumber slices
Instructions
- Whip the Ricotta: In a food processor or mixing bowl, combine the ricotta, olive oil, salt, and garlic powder (if using). Blend for 1–2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
- Make the Hot Honey: In a small saucepan, gently warm the honey over low heat. Add the hot sauce or chili oil and chili flakes. Stir until well combined and heated through.
- Plate the Dip: Transfer the whipped ricotta to a shallow dish and swirl it into a pretty pattern.
- Garnish and Serve: Drizzle the hot honey over the ricotta dip and sprinkle with fresh cracked pepper, lemon zest, and herbs. Serve with crostini, sliced veggies, or any dippable items you prefer.
Notes
Use high-quality ricotta for the best texture. Adjust spice levels to suit your taste, and feel free to make the dip ahead of time.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 5
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook/Preparation
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg