Whipped Ricotta Hot Honey

A luscious, creamy ricotta dip swirled with sweet, spicy hot honey—perfect for spreading on crostini or serving with fresh veggies.

This whipped ricotta dip became my go-to when I wanted something impressive without spending hours in the kitchen. The hot honey swirl gives it a beautiful finish and just enough heat to make guests ask for the recipe.

Ingredients

• Whole-milk ricotta cheese: 1 ½ cups (375 g)
• Cream cheese: 2 oz (60 g), softened
• Heavy cream: ¼ cup (60 ml)
• Honey: ⅓ cup (80 ml)
• Hot sauce: 1 to 2 tsp, to taste (sriracha or similar)
• Red pepper flakes: ½ tsp
• Garlic: 1 small clove, finely grated
• Extra-virgin olive oil: 1 tbsp
• Lemon zest: ½ tsp
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper: to taste
• Crostini, crackers, or fresh vegetables: For serving
• Fresh herbs (chives, basil, or thyme): Chopped, optional for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the hot honey:

Combine honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan over low heat. Warm gently for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Do not boil. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Blend the dip:

In a food processor or with a hand mixer, blend ricotta, cream cheese, heavy cream, garlic, olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Serve:

Spoon the whipped ricotta into a shallow serving bowl. Using the back of a spoon, create a swirl pattern on the surface. Drizzle the warm hot honey generously over the ricotta, swirling it in for a marbled effect. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately with crostini, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

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We first tried this at a weekend family gathering, and it quickly became everyone's favorite dip for summer parties and holiday tables.

Required Tools

Gather a food processor or hand mixer, a small saucepan for the hot honey, and a microplane or grater for the garlic and lemon zest. A shallow serving bowl makes for a pretty presentation.

Allergen Information

This recipe contains dairy: ricotta, cream cheese, and heavy cream. If serving with bread or crackers, gluten may be present; use gluten-free dippers as needed. Always check packaged ingredients for hidden allergens.

Nutritional Information

Each serving has about 180 calories, 11 g total fat, 15 g carbohydrates, and 6 g protein. Nutritional values will vary depending on your choice of dippers and ingredients.

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This creamy hot honey dip guarantees smiles at the table. Drizzle any leftover hot honey on roasted veggies for a flavorful boost.

Recipe FAQ

→ How do I make the hot honey swirl?

Gently warm honey with hot sauce and red pepper flakes over low heat until infused, then drizzle over the whipped cheese blend.

→ Can I adjust the spice level?

Yes, vary the amount of hot sauce and red pepper flakes to control the heat intensity to your preference.

→ What can I serve it with?

This creamy, spicy spread pairs well with toasted bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping.

→ How do I achieve the whipped texture?

Blend ricotta, cream cheese, cream, and seasonings with a mixer until smooth and airy for a light, creamy texture.

→ Can I substitute any ingredients for dietary needs?

For a lighter version, replace cream cheese or heavy cream with Greek yogurt; use gluten-free dippers if necessary.