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    Published: Jan 18, 2023 by bri · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Whipped Ricotta Dip with Honey

    Creamy Whipped Ricotta Dip is always a crowd pleaser! This impressive and easy appetizer takes only 5 minutes to make. Topped with honey, thyme, and lemon zest for extra flavor. Serve with bread, pita chips, or fresh veggies. (Gluten Free)
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    Whipped ricotta dip with honey, thyme, and pepper in a bowl.

    This creamy Whipped Ricotta Dip with Honey makes an impressive appetizer or healthy snack. And, it couldn't be faster to make! In this recipe, silky ricotta cheese gets topped with a drizzle of honey, fresh thyme, lemon zest, and pepper. The combination is ridiculously simple, but never fails to impress.

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    Why you'll love this recipe

    • Only 5 minutes to make
    • An easy but impressive appetizer
    • Can be meal prepped for healthy weekday snacks

    Ingredients

    This recipe comes together with only a handful of simple ingredients:

    Ingredients to make whipped ricotta dip, imcluding honey and thyme.
    • Ricotta: Choose a whole milk ricotta cheese for best results, rather than a part-skim ricotta. Ricotta is already a lower-fat cheese, so this will help the dish taste as creamy as possible.
    • Olive Oil: Adding olive oil into the ricotta helps it whip up into the fluffiest dip. Ricotta is also a very mild tasting cheese, so olive oil infuses more savory flavor.
    • Honey: Honey and ricotta is a classic pairing! In this recipe, you'll just need a good spoonful of runny honey to drizzle on top of the dip before serving.
    • Thyme: Fresh thyme adds flavor and makes the dish look extra pretty. (If you have extra fresh thyme to use up, make Brothy Oven Baked White Beans or Air Fryer Butternut Squash).

    How to make (step-by-step photos)

    This whipped ricotta dip is super simple to make. Here's how:

    Creamy whipped ricotta in a food processor.
    1. Whip ricotta, olive oil, and salt using a food processor (or hand mixer) until fluffy.
    Garnishing fluffy whipped ricotta with honey and fresh thyme.
    2. Spoon the whipped ricotta in a bowl, then garnish and serve.

    Find the recipe card below for the complete recipe, including all ingredients and instructions.

    Love homemade dips? Check out these other easy dip recipes: Jalapeno Ranch Dip, Greek Yogurt Onion Dip with Crispy Shallots, and Creamy White Bean Dip.

    Recipe video

    Serving suggestions

    You can serve this fluffy dip with just about anything. Here are some of our favourite "dippers":

    • Warm bread: Brush slices of baguette or sourdough with olive oil, then bake in the oven until warm. We like to season the warm bread with salt and pepper for even more flavor!
    • Pita chips: We're obsessed with these Air Fryer Pita Chips, but you could opt for store-bought. Pita chips are a great option if you don't want to worry about heating up bread right before serving.
    • Fresh veggies: Crisp and colorful veggies—like cucumber, bell peppers, carrots, and celery—are delicious dipped in whipped ricotta! And, they're also a great choice for meal prepped snacks.
    Whipped ricotta dip with honey in a bowl being served with toasted bread.
    This Whipped Ricotta Dip can be served with warm bread. It makes a classic but impressive appetizer!
    Whipped ricotta dip in a meal prep container with fresh veggies.
    Pair fresh veggies with a small bowl of whipped ricotta for healthy meal prep snacks.

    Frequently asked questions

    What does ricotta cheese taste like?

    Ricotta has a very mild, almost neutral flavor. On its own, ricotta isn't very salty, so its often used in both sweet and savory dishes.

    Can I make this recipe if I don't have a food processor?

    Yes, you can still make this recipe without a food processor. You could instead use an electric mixer (and a bowl). See recipe notes for more details.

    Can I make this ahead of time?

    Yes, you can make this dish in advance. We prefer to whip the ricotta in advance (step 1). Then, garnish (step 2) right before serving.
    But, you could prep and garnish the whole dish in advance. If you go this route, cover the bowl tightly and store in the fridge. Before serving, let the refrigerated dish sit out on the counter for 10 to 15 minutes so the honey isn't cold.

    A piece of bread being dipped into creamy whipped ricotta dip in a bowl.

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    Whipped Ricotta Dip with Honey

    Creamy Whipped Ricotta Dip is always a crowd pleaser! This impressive and easy appetizer takes only 5 minutes to make. Topped with honey, thyme, and lemon zest for extra flavor. Serve with bread, pita chips, or fresh veggies. (Gluten Free)
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes
    Servings 6
    Author: Bri
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    Whipped ricotta dip with honey, thyme, and pepper in a bowl.
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk recommended)
    • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
    • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
    • 1 tablespoon honey
    • 2 to 3 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
    • Lemon zest (from about ½ lemon, optional)
    • Black pepper (to taste)
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    Instructions

    • Whip ricotta: Add ricotta, olive oil, and salt to a food processor (see note 1). Whip until smooth and fluffy.
    • Garnish: Spoon the whipped ricotta into a bowl. Drizzle with honey, and top with thyme, lemon zest (if using), and pepper. Serve with "dippers" of your choice (see note 2).

    Notes

    1. Electric mixer alternative: If you don't have a food processor, you can whip the ricotta in a bowl with an electric mixer instead. If you go this route, do take the time to whip the ricotta until it's completely smooth and fluffy like the step-by-step photo. (It can take a bit longer than if using a food processor).
    2. Serving suggestions: This whipped ricotta dip is delicious served with warm bread, pita chips, crackers, and/or fresh veggies.
    3. Storage tips: Store whipped ricotta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 103kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 228mg | Potassium: 49mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 214IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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    1. Tom says

      May 28, 2023 at 6:18 am

      5 stars
      Fantastic. My friends loved this!

      Reply
      • bri says

        May 28, 2023 at 8:22 pm

        Hi Tom! So glad to hear this recipe was a hit with your friends. Thanks so much for sharing:)

        Reply
    2. Kathy says

      May 27, 2023 at 1:31 pm

      This was delicious!! We also added some chopped basil…but I added the herbs into the food processor with the other ingredients…so herbs were spread throughout the whole dip…not just on top.

      Reply
      • bri says

        May 28, 2023 at 8:23 pm

        Hi Kathy! Yay, glad you enjoyed this dip! Great idea with adding the basil in. Thank you for sharing that modification with our readers!

        Reply
    3. Maryann Keller says

      May 15, 2023 at 1:44 am

      Made it for Mother’s Day. It was delicious and so simple to make. I toasted the ciabatta slices too!Will definitely make again.

      Reply
      • bri says

        May 16, 2023 at 6:23 am

        Hi Maryann! So happy to hear you made this for Mother's Day. Glad you enjoyed it. Great call with toasted ciabatta slices - delish!

        Reply
    4. Rachelle B says

      May 10, 2023 at 7:00 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! This was a hit last night. So easy to make!

      Reply
      • bri says

        May 16, 2023 at 6:21 am

        So glad you enjoyed this recipe Rachelle! Thanks for taking the time to review!

        Reply
    5. Luke R says

      April 28, 2023 at 7:00 am

      5 stars
      Great recipe. I'm the first to admit that I'm not a great cook. But this was super easy to make. Wifey was impressed.

      Reply
      • bri says

        April 28, 2023 at 9:32 pm

        Hi Luke! Glad to hear you and your wife enjoyed the whipped ricotta. Thanks for taking the time to write in. Have a lovely weekend ahead!

        Reply
    6. Dianne says

      April 06, 2023 at 10:17 pm

      5 stars
      three words. yum yum yum! great party food, it went so quickly

      Reply
      • bri says

        April 10, 2023 at 6:38 pm

        So happy to hear this recipe was a hit! Thanks for sharing Dianne

        Reply
    7. Janice says

      April 04, 2023 at 8:03 pm

      5 stars
      I'd eat this every day and twice on Sunday if I could. Honestly, so simple to make and tastes incredible. Its creating some marital issues at home because my husband keeps stealing the leftovers!!

      Reply
      • bri says

        April 10, 2023 at 6:28 pm

        Hi Janice! Woohoo, glad you and your husband are enjoying this whipped ricotta dip. Thank you for taking the time to share!

        Reply
    8. Sarah says

      January 23, 2023 at 12:46 am

      5 stars
      Made this for a party last night and it was a hit!

      Reply
      • bri says

        January 23, 2023 at 7:30 pm

        Hi Sarah! Yay, so happy to hear that! Thank you so much for sharing

        Reply

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