Whipped Ricotta with Spicy Honey Drizzle
This creamy whipped ricotta, spiced with hot honey, black pepper, and flaky sea salt, makes for an elegant and easy appetizer. Serve it with crusty bread or crackers for a delicious bite.
Equipment
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Cheesecloth
- Medium bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 15 ounces whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2-3 tablespoons hot honey (store-bought or homemade)
- freshly ground black pepper Pinch
- flaky sea salt Small pinch
- Fresh basil or mint leaves finely chopped or whole, for garnish (optional)
- Crusty bread, crackers, or pita chips for serving
Instructions
Instructions
- If your ricotta is watery, drain it in a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth for 15-30 minutes to thicken.
- In a medium bowl, whip the ricotta gently with a fork or small whisk until it is smooth and light.
- Stir in a pinch of black pepper and a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt, then taste and adjust the seasonings.
- Transfer the whipped ricotta to a shallow serving bowl or platter and spread it out slightly.
- Generously drizzle the hot honey over the top of the ricotta.
- Optionally, scatter fresh basil or mint leaves and a final sprinkle of flaky sea salt over the dip.
- Serve immediately with crusty bread, crackers, or pita chips.
Notes
For best results, make sure your ricotta is well-drained to achieve the creamiest texture. Adjust the amount of hot honey to your preferred level of spiciness.