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Seasoned Whipped Ricotta With Honey

Whip Up Seasoned Whipped Ricotta with Honey in 5 Minutes

This Seasoned Whipped Ricotta With Honey is a quick, creamy appetizer that impresses with its blend of sweet honey and fresh thyme.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Whipped Ricotta
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese Part-skim ricotta can lighten it up.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Chili or Red Pepper Flakes Fresh minced chili can be used.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Half blended in, half for drizzling; can swap for maple syrup.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Half mixed in, half for garnish; can substitute with fresh basil or oregano.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest No substitutions needed.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Pistachios Any nut or seed can substitute as a topping.
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil Best kept as is.

Equipment

  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, add the whole milk ricotta cheese along with crushed chili flakes, salt, half of the honey, half of the fresh thyme, and lemon zest.
  2. Blend on high speed for about 2 minutes until smooth and fluffy; scrape down sides if necessary.
  3. Carefully spoon the whipped ricotta into a serving bowl, creating a smooth surface.
  4. Drizzle remaining honey over the ricotta, sprinkle reserved thyme, add chopped pistachios, and drizzle olive oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure ricotta is at room temperature for a smooth consistency; adjust honey and lemon zest to taste before serving.

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