Whipped Ricotta Dip

Whipped ricotta in a bowl with honey and olive oil on top.

This whipped ricotta dip is an easy appetizer to make for any party or gathering. It requires just a few simple ingredients and can be whipped up in no time at all. Top the creamy ricotta with olive oil, honey, and a sprinkle of freshly chopped herbs. Serve it with crunchy garlic toast or crackers, and you’ll have a crowd-pleasing appetizer that everyone will love.

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Prep Time: 5

Servings: cup

Calories: 145kcal

Author: Dahn Boquist

Ingredients

1 cup fresh whole milk ricotta
3 to 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
pinch of salt

Toppings

3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons sunflower seeds or chopped pistachio nuts
2 tablespoons chopped herbs thyme, parsley, mint, or rosemary
lemon zest

Instructions

Place the ricotta and salt in a mixing bowl. Whip on medium speed for 2 to 3 minutes until light and airy. Alternatively, you can process the ricotta in a food processor fitted with a blade attachment.
Spoon the whipped ricotta into a serving bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, honey, sunflower seeds, and lemon zest.
Serve with fresh veggies, toast, crackers, or pita chips.

Notes

Make sure you use whole milk ricotta. Reduced fat ricotta will not whip as well.
An electric mixer will add more air and volume to the whipped ricotta than a food processor. However, the food processor will make the ricotta a bit smoother.