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The Ultimate 5-Minute Creamy Whipped Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey Drizzle and Toasted Walnuts

A close-up of creamy whipped ricotta dip topped with candied walnuts and a drizzle of honey or caramel.
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You can make this luxurious whipped ricotta dip in just five minutes. It is a light, airy, and creamy appetizer perfect for entertaining, topped with a sweet and spicy hot honey drizzle and crunchy walnuts.

Ingredients

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  • 15 ounces whole milk ricotta cheese, drained if very wet
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
  • 3 tablespoons hot honey, plus more for drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place the chopped walnuts in a small, dry skillet over medium heat. Toast for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Place the drained ricotta cheese, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper into the bowl of a food processor.
  3. Process the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes, stopping once or twice to scrape down the sides. Continue processing until the ricotta is completely smooth, light, and airy. This is how you make whipped ricotta.
  4. Transfer the whipped ricotta dip to a shallow serving bowl. Use the back of a spoon to create a slight well or swirl in the center.
  5. Drizzle the 3 tablespoons of hot honey evenly over the top of the dip.
  6. Sprinkle the toasted walnuts and fresh thyme leaves (if using) over the honey. Add a final light drizzle of olive oil around the edges.
  7. Serve immediately with crostini, crusty bread, or fresh vegetables for dipping.

Notes

  • If you do not have a food processor, you can use a high-powered blender or an electric hand mixer. Whip for longer, about 3 to 4 minutes, until you achieve the light texture.
  • Drain the ricotta first. Excess liquid makes the dip watery. Press the ricotta between several layers of paper towels for 15 minutes before blending.
  • For a savory-sweet dip variation, substitute the hot honey with regular honey and sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes over the top instead.

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