Spicy Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey Recipe
A creamy and flavorful Spicy Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey, combining smooth ricotta cheese whipped with lemon and olive oil, topped with a sweet and spicy honey drizzle, crunchy walnuts, and fragrant rosemary. Perfect as an elegant appetizer spread served with crackers or crostini.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Base
- 2 cups fresh ricotta cheese (around 475g)
- Grated zest from half a lemon
- Juice from half a lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- A dash of black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Honey Drizzle
- 1/4 cup runny honey
- 1 teaspoon spicy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed chili flakes
Toppings
- 1 to 2 teaspoons freshly chopped rosemary
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Blend the Ricotta Mixture: In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine ricotta cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Transfer the whipped ricotta to a shallow bowl and set aside.
- Prepare the Honey Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the runny honey, spicy sauce, and crushed chili flakes until fully combined to create a sweet and spicy drizzle.
- Assemble the Dish: Drizzle the honey mixture over the smooth ricotta in the bowl. Sprinkle chopped walnuts and freshly minced rosemary over the top to add texture and aromatic flavors.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Spicy Ricotta Dip with crackers or crostini. Invite guests to scoop the creamy ricotta topped with the spicy honey drizzle and crunchy walnuts for a delicious appetizer experience.
Notes
- Use fresh, good-quality ricotta for the creamiest texture.
- The level of spiciness can be adjusted by varying the amount of hot sauce and chili flakes.
- Allow the dip to come to room temperature before serving for best flavor.
- Walnuts can be substituted with other nuts like pecans or almonds if preferred.
- Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; drizzle honey just before serving.
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