Description
This Delicious Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey is the perfect blend of creamy, sweet, and spicy, coming together in just minutes for an appetizer that feels truly special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons hot honey (plus more for drizzling)
- 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
- Fresh rosemary sprigs (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whip the ricotta with olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until smooth and fluffy.
- Transfer whipped ricotta to a serving bowl and create a swirl on top with a spoon.
- Drizzle generously with hot honey.
- Sprinkle with chopped walnuts and red chili flakes.
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and serve with bread, crackers, or sliced apples.
Notes
Use a fresh, high-quality ricotta for the best creamy texture. Add toppings just before serving to keep nuts crunchy and presentation fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: ricotta dip, hot honey, appetizer, creamy dip, party snack