Description
Whipped Ricotta Dip brings Mediterranean charm to your table with creamy, herbed perfection. Fresh herbs and olive oil elevate this simple appetizer, inviting guests to savor each luxurious spoonful alongside crisp crackers or warm bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- ½ cup (120 ml) ricotta cheese
Nuts and Seeds:
- ¼ cup (30 g) pistachios
Garnish and Sweeteners:
- ½ cup (170 g) Madhava Organic Creamed honey
- ¼ cup (40 g) pomegranate seeds
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C), ensuring an even temperature throughout the cooking space.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, cream cheese, extra virgin olive oil, unsweetened almond milk, honey, and kosher salt, using an electric mixer to blend until the mixture becomes incredibly smooth and incorporates air, creating a light and fluffy texture.
- Carefully strip fresh thyme leaves from their stems, gently folding them into the whipped cheese mixture to distribute the herb’s aromatic essence evenly.
- Transfer the creamy mixture into a clean, oven-safe baking dish, spreading it uniformly to ensure consistent heating and golden edges.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, watching for a golden-brown color and slightly bubbling surface that indicates perfect doneness.
- Remove from the oven and allow the dip to rest and set for approximately 20 minutes, which helps stabilize its texture and intensifies the flavors.
- While cooling, warm high-quality honey in a small saucepan over low heat until it becomes more fluid and easily drizzleable.
- Artfully drizzle the warmed honey across the surface of the dip, creating an elegant swirl pattern.
- Sprinkle a generous handful of roughly chopped pistachios and vibrant pomegranate seeds over the top for color, texture, and added flavor complexity.
- Serve immediately alongside crisp toasted bread slices or an assortment of fresh, crunchy vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- Bring all ingredients to room temperature for smoother blending and consistent texture.
- Choose full-fat ricotta and cream cheese for richer, more luxurious dip results.
- Experiment with different herbs like rosemary or sage instead of thyme for unique flavor profiles.
- Swap honey with maple syrup or agave for alternative natural sweetness options.
- Store leftover dip in an airtight container for up to 3 days, gently reheating before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 474 kcal
- Sugar: 63g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg