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Spicy Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey

Spicy Ricotta Dip with Hot Honey

This spicy ricotta dip with hot honey is creamy, zesty, and perfectly balanced with heat, sweetness, and crunch. Topped with chili-infused honey, rosemary, and walnuts, it’s a crowd-pleasing appetizer for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh ricotta cheese around 475g
  • Grated zest from ½ lemon
  • Juice from ½ lemon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • A dash of black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ cup runny honey
  • 1 teaspoon spicy sauce such as sriracha or hot sauce of choice
  • ½ teaspoon crushed chili flakes
  • 1 –2 teaspoons freshly chopped rosemary
  • ¼ cup walnuts chopped

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Ricotta Base:
  2. In a food processor or mixing bowl, combine ricotta, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Whip until smooth and creamy. Transfer to a serving dish, creating swirls with the back of a spoon.
  3. Make the Hot Honey Drizzle:
  4. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, spicy sauce, chili flakes, and rosemary. Warm gently for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Do not boil.
  5. Assemble the Dip:
  6. Drizzle hot honey mixture generously over the ricotta. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts for crunch.
  7. Serve:
  8. Garnish with extra rosemary if desired. Serve immediately with toasted bread, pita chips, or vegetable sticks.

Notes

  • Active time: 10 minutes prep, 5 minutes warming
  • For a smoother dip, always use fresh ricotta rather than ricotta from a tub.
  • Adjust spice level by adding more or less chili flakes and hot sauce.
  • The hot honey can be made ahead of time and stored in a jar for up to a week.