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Quick Whipped Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey and Pistachios

Close-up of a white bowl filled with creamy ricotta dip, drizzled with honey and topped with chopped pistachios.
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You can make this creamy, light whipped ricotta dip in minutes. It is an easy appetizer perfect for parties, topped with sweet and spicy hot honey and crunchy pistachios.

Ingredients

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  • 15 ounces whole milk ricotta cheese, drained if very wet
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to your spice preference)
  • 1/4 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Drain the ricotta cheese for at least 15 minutes if it seems watery. Place the drained ricotta, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and pepper into a food processor.
  2. Process the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed, until the ricotta is completely smooth, light, and airy.
  3. Transfer the whipped ricotta dip to a shallow serving bowl.
  4. In a small bowl, stir together the honey and red pepper flakes to create the hot honey.
  5. Drizzle the hot honey mixture evenly over the top of the whipped ricotta.
  6. Sprinkle the chopped pistachios over the dip. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil just before serving.
  7. Serve immediately with crusty bread, pita chips, or fresh vegetables.

Notes

  • For an even richer flavor, use a high-quality, full-fat ricotta cheese.
  • If you do not have a food processor, you can use a stand mixer with the whisk attachment, whipping for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  • This dip is best served the day it is made for the best texture.

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Find it online: https://purecookingjoy.com/quick-whipped-ricotta-dip-hot-honey/

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