Description
Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey: Experience a creamy, sweet, & spicy sensation! This easy, must-try recipe brings delicious, warm flavors to your table. Try it now!
Ingredients
Scale
- Base Ingredients:
- 15 oz (about 2 cups) whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- Flavor Boosters:
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper, plus more to taste
- Finishing Touches:
- 2–3 tbsp hot honey, divided
- 2 tbsp fresh basil or mint, chopped
- For Serving:
- Crusty bread (baguette, sourdough), sturdy crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks (cucumber, bell pepper)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ricotta Base for Your Tasty Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey:: Okay, first things first! Grab a medium bowl and scoop in that beautiful whole milk ricotta. This is where you want to make sure it’s nice and fresh. I usually give it a little stir right in the tub to loosen it up. Then, squeeze in your fresh lemon juice – seriously, don’t skimp on this, it brightens everything up! Add your garlic powder, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Give it all a good stir with a spoon or a spatula until everything is just combined and looks creamy. You’re aiming for smooth, but not whipped into oblivion; you want some body here.
- Add the Olive Oil & Taste Test:: Now, drizzle in your extra virgin olive oil. This step adds that lovely silky texture and a touch of richness. Stir it gently until the oil is fully incorporated. This is the moment for your first taste test! Take a small spoonful. Does it need more salt? A little more pepper? Maybe a tiny dash more lemon if you like it zingy? This is your dip, so make it sing to your taste buds. I always taste at this stage, because it’s easier to adjust before the hot honey goes in. Don’t be shy!
- Drizzle with Hot Honey:: Here comes the fun part, the star of our Tasty Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey! Generously drizzle about half of your hot honey over the ricotta mixture. Fold it in gently. You don’t want to overmix here; we’re looking for a lovely swirl, not a uniform color. I love watching the golden honey ribbons mingle with the white ricotta – it’s almost too pretty to eat, almost! The aroma of the honey mixing with the savory notes is just incredible.
- Chill (if you can wait!):: Now, if you have the patience (which, let’s be real, I often don’t!), cover the bowl and pop it into the fridge for at least 20-30 minutes. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld together beautifully, making the dip even more cohesive and delicious. It firms up just a touch, too, which makes it easier to scoop. I’ve definitely served it immediately many times, and it’s still good, but a little chill time honestly makes a difference.
- Plate & Garnish Your Tasty Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey:: When you’re ready to serve, transfer the creamy Tasty Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey to a pretty serving dish. Use the back of a spoon to create a little swirl or divot in the center – it looks fancy, but it’s just me being messy! This is where you can get creative. Drizzle the remaining hot honey artfully over the top. I usually make a few zig-zags, because why not?
- Finish with Fresh Herbs & Serve:: Finally, sprinkle your freshly chopped basil or mint over the top. This adds a burst of color and freshness that really elevates the dip. Serve it immediately with your favorite dippers – crusty bread, sturdy crackers, or fresh veggie sticks. The combination of creamy, sweet, and spicy, with that fresh herby note, is just divine. The final result of this Tasty Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey is truly wonderful. Honestly, it disappears so fast, you’ll wonder if you made enough!