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​​Whipped Ricotta Dip

Are you looking to kick your appetizer game up a notch? Look no further than this decadent, creamy whipped ricotta dip! This luscious dish is sure to be the star of any gathering.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Keyword dip
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 145kcal
Author Wendy Polisi

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer

Ingredients

  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated parmesan
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh minced thyme or rosemary
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • For serving: baguette flaky salt, toasted nuts, extra virgin olive oil, fresh cracked pepper

Instructions

  • Place the ricotta in a medium bowl or in the bowl of a stand mixer. Beat on high until light, fluffy, and well-aerated.
  • Beat in the heavy cream until mixed.
  • Stir in the parmesan, lemon zest, thyme, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and top with nuts, flaky salt, olive oil, and black pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 302mg | Potassium: 81mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 460IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 174mg | Iron: 0.4mg