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Quick Whipped Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey and Thyme

A bowl of creamy whipped ricotta dip drizzled with honey, flaky salt, and fresh thyme.
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Make this creamy, light whipped ricotta dip in minutes. It serves as an excellent, simple appetizer for any gathering, topped with sweet and spicy hot honey and fresh thyme.

Ingredients

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  • 15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese, drained if watery
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons hot honey, plus more for drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • Flaky sea salt, for finishing
  • Crackers, pita bread, or crudités, for serving

Instructions

  1. Place the drained ricotta cheese, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper into a food processor or a bowl if using a hand mixer.
  2. Process or whip the mixture until it becomes completely smooth, light, and fluffy, about 1 to 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides as needed.
  3. Transfer the whipped ricotta to a shallow serving bowl. Use the back of a spoon to create a slight well or swirl pattern on the surface.
  4. Drizzle the top generously with the 2 tablespoons of hot honey and a small amount of additional olive oil.
  5. Sprinkle the fresh thyme leaves and a pinch of flaky sea salt over the top.
  6. Serve immediately with your choice of crackers or vegetables.

Notes

  • If you do not have a food processor, use a stand mixer with the whisk attachment or a hand mixer. Whip for 3 to 4 minutes until very smooth.
  • Drain the ricotta for at least 30 minutes in a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth if it seems very wet. This prevents a watery dip.
  • For a savory variation, substitute the hot honey with 1 tablespoon of finely minced roasted garlic and a drizzle of regular honey.

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