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Spicy Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey

Irresistible Spicy Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey

This Spicy Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey is a crowd-pleaser that elevates any gathering with creamy ricotta and spicy honey.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 dippers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 1 cup Fresh Ricotta Cheese Whole milk for best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Use fresh lemon
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Good quality recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Add gradually to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt (Morton Coarse Kosher Salt) Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Chili Flakes Adjust for spice level
  • 1 tablespoon Runny Honey High-quality honey recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Spicy Sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot) Omit for a milder dip
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Walnuts Toast for depth
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Chopped Rosemary Can replace with thyme or omit
For Serving
  • Dippers Warm pita, crusty baguette, fresh veggies

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine fresh ricotta cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. Spread the ricotta mixture in a shallow serving bowl and create a well-defined surface.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, spicy sauce, and crushed chili flakes until smooth.
  4. Drizzle the hot honey mixture over the ricotta.
  5. Top with chopped walnuts and rosemary for garnish.
  6. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Let ricotta come to room temperature for smoother blending. Strain excess liquid for best texture. Warm honey mixture gently to enhance flavor.

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