Description
Elevate your next gathering with this Spicy Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey, the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer. This deliciously creamy dip is a balance of heat and sweetness, crafted from fresh ricotta cheese and drizzled with hot honey for an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for game nights or casual get-togethers, it can be whipped up in just 10 minutes, making it an ideal last-minute option. Serve it alongside crackers, veggies, or toasted baguette slices for a delightful snack that will leave your guests raving about its unique taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh ricotta cheese (around 475g)
- Grated zest from half a lemon
- Juice from half a lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- A dash of black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup runny honey
- 1 teaspoon spicy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed chili flakes
- 1 to 2 teaspoons freshly chopped rosemary
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Blend the mixture in a food processor until creamy and smooth.
- Add olive oil, honey, spicy sauce, and crushed chili flakes; mix until well combined.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped rosemary and walnuts.
- Serve immediately with your choice of crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg