This Creamy Whipped Ricotta with honey and herbs is the perfect dip recipe for everything from holiday parties to weekday snacks. It’s deliciously rich and creamy, herby, slightly tangy, and has just the right touch of sweetness.
Why You’ll Love This Whipped Ricotta with Honey and Herbs
When I was thinking through the holiday appetizers I wanted to create for y’all this year, I knew I had to make some easy yet delicious apps that would be equally show stopping and EASY! I nailed the easy and beautiful combo with this Creamy Whipped Ricotta with Honey and Herbs.
It’ll take you less than 15 minutes and a few ingredients to throw this dip together and, when you top it with fresh herbs and honey, it will impress your guests every single time.
Ingredients
Ricotta: you’ll need 15 to 16 ounces of whole milk ricotta cheese for the base of the dip. I like whole milk ricotta for the creamiest dip but part-skim ricotta will also work.
Lemon Juice and Zest: we’re using fresh lemon to give the dip a brighter more complex flavor.
Olive Oil: a bit of oil helps combine the ingredients and gives the dip a smooth cream consistency.
Honey: you’ll finish the dip with a drizzle of honey for the perfect touch of sweetness. You could also go with hot honey if you prefer!
Fresh Thyme: this adds a beautiful pop of color and some delicious herby flavor.
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How to Make
Step One: Add the ricotta, lemon juice, olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper to the bowl of a food processor or high-speed blender.
Step Two: Process until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the food processor as needed. Give it a taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Step Three: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Then, top it with honey, fresh thyme, and flaky salt. Enjoy with your favorite dippers!
Can I Make This Dip in Advance?
Yes! If you’re preparing ahead of time, I recommend omitting the toppings until just before serving. Combine the ingredients, and transfer the dip to an airtight container.
Store it in the fridge for up to 2 to 3 days. Then, give it a good stir before serving, add the honey, herbs, and salt, and enjoy!
Serving Suggestions
There are so many things you can serve as dippers for this recipe, but a few of my favorites include:
- Grilled Crostini
- Fresh Veggies
- Pita Chips or Pita Bread
- Naan Bread
- Pretzels
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I hope you give this Whipped Ricotta Dip with Honey and Herbs a try! It’s easy, delicious, and the perfect appetizer or snack. Leave a comment with a star rating below. You can also snap a photo & tag @allthehealthythings on INSTAGRAM. Your reviews and ratings help support All the Healthy Things and make it possible for me to continue to create the recipes you trust and love.
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Creamy Whipped Ricotta
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 15–16 oz whole milk ricotta
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest, plus more for topping
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1–2 tablespoons honey, for topping
- 1–2 teaspoons fresh thyme, for topping
- flaky sea salt, for topping
- grilled crostini and veggies for serving
Instructions
- Add all of the ricotta, lemon juice, olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper to the bowl of a food processor or high-speed blender.
- Process until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the food processor as needed.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and top with honey, fresh thyme, and flaky salt.
- Serve with grilled crostini and veggies.
