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Spicy Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey

Creamy Spicy Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey for Effortless Entertaining

This Spicy Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey combines creamy ricotta, zesty lemon, and a touch of heat for a perfect appetizer.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Use whole milk ricotta for extra smoothness
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked is best
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil High-quality extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Morton Coarse Kosher Salt works great
For the Heat
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Chili Flakes Adjust based on heat preference
  • 2 tablespoons Runny Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Spicy Sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
For the Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Walnuts Toasting enhances the taste
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Rosemary Adds freshness and aroma

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • small bowl
  • shallow serving bowl

Method
 

How to Make Spicy Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey
  1. In a food processor, combine ricotta cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
  2. Carefully transfer the blended ricotta to a shallow serving bowl, smoothing it out for an inviting presentation.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the runny honey, crushed chili flakes, and spicy sauce until fully combined.
  4. Drizzle the flavorful hot honey mixture generously over the ricotta dip. Add the chopped walnuts and minced rosemary on top.
  5. Pair your dip with warm pita, crusty bread, or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, prepare the ricotta and hot honey mixture separately up to 2 days in advance and mix just before serving to maintain texture.

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