Are you looking for a new and exciting appetizer to bring to your next cocktail party or dinner party? Look no further than this whipped ricotta dip recipe! With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a delicious and easy ricotta dip that’s sure to impress. Not only does it taste great, but it’s also effortless to make and transport. So why settle for the same old thing when you can surprise and delight your friends with this delicious appetizer? Try it now!

The Best Ingredients

When preparing recipes that require only a handful of ingredients, it is essential to prioritize quality. In this case, it means using fresh ricotta when making this recipe, and it is worth seeking out a specialty cheese shop or counter to find the best options available. Locally, I am lucky to have Chantal’s Cheese Shop, which makes house-made whole milk ricotta cheese. It is always a great idea to look for smaller shops that take pride in their cheeses and are committed to providing their customers with the finest quality products. By doing so, you can ensure that you are elevating your dish with the best ingredients possible. If you aren’t lucky enough to have a specialty cheese shop near you, many grocery stores now have dedicated cheese counters.

Still life of whipped ricotta ingredients, honey, ricotta, lemon, thyme

For this recipe, look for locally produced honey and consider doing a honey tasting. Like wine, each honey has a distinctive flavor. You can also try hot honey for some extra kick or add red pepper flakes. Other key ingredients include lemon zest, thyme (or other fresh herbs), heavy cream, and extra-virgin olive oil. The lemon adds a citrus note to the ricotta, and you can be generous with the lemon zest you add. Adding a splash of lemon juice will also bring that citrus flavor. The cream and olive oil lighten up the ricotta to make it more spreadable. Top with a drizzle of olive oil.

Equipment Needed

This recipe is easy to make as long as you have a food processor. It’s the best way to blend the ingredients and get the perfect texture. However, if you don’t have a food processor, you can still make it with a hand mixer or a stand mixer, using the whisk attachment at high speed. Just make sure to blend everything well until it’s smooth and creamy.

Close-up of a crostini topped with whipped ricotta dip

Serving The Whipped Ricotta Dip Recipe

A great way to serve this creamy whipped ricotta dip is with a crostini. The crunch of the bread is the perfect texture to complement the smooth and creamy ricotta. To make the crostini, all you need are baguette slices or slices of crusty bread. Brush the pieces with a bit of olive oil and rub a halved garlic clove on the top and bottom along with a little kosher salt and black pepper. Toast them in the oven until golden brown; then you’re all set! If you’re short on time, you can serve the ricotta with pita chips or your favorite crackers.

Serving alongside a fresh tomato salsa would also add a nice burst of flavor. Check out my recipe, The Best Homemade Fresh Summer Peach Salsa Recipe; it tastes excellent with whipped ricotta and is my favorite way to serve it. Place the dip in a small serving bowl and top with fresh herbs and a drizzle of honey or olive oil. This also makes a great addition to a charcuterie board.

You can make this easy recipe and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It is best used in 1-2 days. You can serve it chilled or at room temperature.

This whipped ricotta recipe is not only easy, but it is also a crowd pleaser. So, the next time you are looking for a new appetizer, give this a try. It is ready to serve in a matter of minutes.

If you are looking for another great and super easy appetizer, check out my post-Crostini with Figs and Goat Cheese Appetizer Recipe. Or, if you want additional ricotta recipes, check out my Lemon Ricotta Pancakes.