Whipped Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey
This Lemon Herb Whipped Ricotta Cheese is the creamiest dream dip you could imagine. Whipped ricotta, lemon, and thyme with a drizzle of hot honey make this creamy, zesty, and spicy all in one bite. This Ricotta dip is a delicious crowd pleasing dip that takes less than 10 minutes to make.
The creaminess of this Lemon Herb Whipped Ricotta Cheese is next-level incredible! I absolutely love any excuse to make a dip to be enjoyed during the week or when I have the opportunity to serve it to guests for a dinner party. This dip is a huge hit at any gathering and disappears before you can blink. This delicious whipped ricotta dip is bursting with flavor with its bright and zest notes mixed with an aromatic addition of thyme. It is drizzled with a touch of honey to add some spice and sweetness to the dish. You can use store bought hot honey, or make your own in a matter of minutes by following this hot honey recipe that I know you’re going to love. Whether served with crusty bread, fresh veggies, your favorite crackers, or alongside a platter of fruit, this ricotta dip offers a delightful balance of creaminess, tang, and herbal freshness, making this a total crowd-pleaser.
Why You Will Love This Lemon Herb Whipped Ricotta Cheese
- This crowd-pleaser whipped ricotta cheese can be ready in 10 minutes or less.
- This ricotta dip requires only a handful of ingredients and you can find the fresh ingredients for this easy recipe at any local grocery store.
- Enjoy this ricotta cheese dip in so many different ways. Crackers, Toasted baguette, fresh veggies, pita chips and more!
- This is the perfect meal-prep item. Make it the morning of, or store it in the fridge for 1-2 days (See below for more tips).
- Although not dairy-free, it can be modified, and this recipe is gluten-free, grain-free, and vegetarian.
Ingredients You Will Need For This Lemon Herb Whipped Ricotta Cheese
- Ricotta cheese: fresh ricotta is a soft, creamy Italian cheese. It has a delicious, mild flavor! You can make your own homemade ricotta, but store-bought ricotta works beautifully, I recommend using whole milk ricotta cheese for the texture. For a more salty and tangy substitute, you could use Feta cheese for a delicious tangy spread. Also, you can make this dairy-free…see below for a great way to modify this recipe.
- Lemon: A combination of fresh lemon juice and a little bit of lemon zest gives the perfect zestiness to this dip.
- Extra-virgin olive oil: I love the earthy yet mild flavor that olive oil gives to this dip, and it is my first choice, but you could also use avocado oil.
- Fresh thyme: Fresh thyme leaves give the perfect herby flavor to this dip. You could add more fresh herbs if you desire, like fresh rosemary, fresh basil, or parsley.
- Kosher Salt and Black Pepper: A simple spice combination is the perfect match for this easy whipped ricotta dip.
- Hot honey: If you have never made your own hot honey, I highly recommend it. This superb recipe is so simple to make. You can also buy store-bought hot honey or alternatively do a drizzle of regular honey if you do not like spice.
You can find a full list of ingredients in the recipe card below
How To Make This Lemon Herb Whipped Ricotta Dip Recipe
- Place the ricotta, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil in a food processor and blend on low for 2-3 minutes, scraping down the sides halfway through, until the ricotta is smooth and creamy. Alternatively, you could place the ingredients in a large mixing bowl and use an electric hand mixer until you have a perfectly creamy texture.
- Use the back of a spoon to spread the ricotta in a serving bowl or your favorite serving dish (a shallow bowl will work best). Finally add a drizzle of honey over the top of the ricotta dip and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Garnish the whipped ricotta cheese with thyme and lemon zest.
How To Serve This Lemon Herb Whipped Ricotta Dip
This Creamy Whipped Ricotta Cheese Dip is a great addition to a cheese board served with your favorite crackers or warm bread, like baguette slices. For a delicious appetizer, you could spread it on top of a slice of toasted sourdough bread and top with sliced cherry tomatoes or Roma tomatoes for a delightful ricotta crostini. This creamy dip would also be amazing served with a platter of fresh fruit and fresh vegetables.
How To Modify This Lemon Herb Whipped Ricotta Dip
You can buy dairy-free Ricotta, and it’s amazing! You can also make dairy-free Ricotta, and it’s really simple. It takes simple ingredients like almond flour, lemon juice, nutritional yeast to give it a cheesy flavor, and simple seasonings that will surely be in your spice collection. Give it a try because you don’t want to miss out on this amazing appetizer.
Can I Make This Whipped Ricotta Dip In Advance?
This simple recipe can be made a few hours in advance, and it will actually benefit from resting for a bit to allow the flavors of the whipped ricotta cheese to meld together. If you’re preparing it the day before an event, it’s best to store the dip in an airtight container in the fridge. However, it’s a good idea to wait to add the fresh herbs or lemon zest, as they can lose their freshness when mixed in too early. Before serving, add the herbs and zest, give the dip a quick stir, and adjust the seasoning, adding a little extra lemon juice or salt if needed to freshen it up.
What About Leftovers?
This easy appetizer will typically last for 2 to 3 days in the fridge when stored in an airtight container. Since ricotta is a fresh cheese, it’s best to consume the whipped ricotta cheese dip within this timeframe for optimal flavor and texture. Simply stir it back together before serving the next time. Whipped ricotta cheese can separate and may lose some of its light and fluffy texture.
Here are a few more easy dip recipe ideas:
- Jalapeno Cottage Cheese Dip
- Crab and Shrimp Dip
- Spicy Feta Dip
- Creamy Chicken, Spinach, and Artichoke Dip
- Whipped Cheese with Blistered Tomatoes
If you make this Whipped Ricotta Cheese Dip let me know in the comment section below, I would love to hear what you think, or take a photo and tag me (@everylastbite_) on Instagram, I love seeing your photos!
Whipped Ricotta Cheese Dip with Hot Honey
Ingredients
- 12 oz ricotta cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp hot honey
Instructions
- Place the ricotta, salt, pepper, lemon juice and olive oil in a food processor and blend on how for 2-3 minutes, scraping down the sides half way through until the ricotta is smooth and creamy.
- Spread the ricotta in a shallow bowl and drizzler 2 tablespoons of the hot honey overtop. Garnish with the thyme and lemon zest and serve with crusty bread, crackers or pita chips.
Easy to make and absolutely delicious! Served this at a party and everyone loved it.
Love this recipe! The combination of the creamy ricotta with the spicy honey was 10/10! I’m planning on making this again for thanksgiving.