Creamy 10-Minute Whipped Ricotta - Well Seasoned Studio (2024)

This creamy Whipped Ricotta dip is so easy, you could make it just 10 minutes before guests arrive to any party or gathering. In addition to ricotta cheese (homemade or store-bought is fine), you’ll need a little olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Personally, I like to load it up with fresh herbs — it’s a great way to use up leftover herbs, no matter what type! — but you can leave them out if you prefer.

Whipped ricotta can be served as a dip with crostini, crackers, or fresh fruit (it’s incredibly with summer peaches!), but you can also enjoy it as a sandwich spread or tossed with pasta. I don’t know about you, but I need more easy recipes in my life!

A few more reasons we love it so much: this appetizer is quick to prepare, versatile, and affordable. Winner winner!

If you love this ricotta recipe, consider trying our Whipped Ricotta Toast with Roasted Grapes, Lemon Ricotta Pasta, or this light, airy Baked Ricotta next. Check out all of our easy appetizer recipes for more inspiration!

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Ingredient Notes

• Store-bought or homemade ricotta cheese: The star of the recipe! Can you use other cheeses? Sure, but then it wouldn’t be whipped ricotta, ya know? Suggestions below if you want to try, though!
• Fresh lemon juice:To thin out the ricotta and add a little acidity. Add lemon zest if you want a more pronounced lemon flavor.
• Extra virgin olive oil: One tablespoon will be blended with the ricotta and then a bit more for drizzling on top. This gives the ricotta a light, fluffy texture.
• Flaky sea salt: To season the ricotta dip.
• Fresh mixed herbs: You can use any variety of fresh herbs you like! Basil, mint, dill, parsley, tarragon, and oregano are all great options
• Freshly ground black pepper: For serving
• Truffle honey or regular honey:Optional, but so, so delicious with creamy ricotta cheese!

For serving, you’ll want to grab some crostini, crackers, crudité, or fresh fruit. Yum!

Pro tip: be sure to use fresh, whole milk ricotta cheese! It really makes all the difference, particularly when there are so few ingredients in this dip.

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How To Make Whipped Ricotta

This easy appetizer takes less than 10 minutes to make. You’ll want to grab a food processor or a blender (either a personal blender or a standard size blender), then combine all ingredients in the bowl. Process or blend until very smooth, then taste and adjust seasoning.

You can of course omit the fresh herbs (my kids prefer straight up whipped ricotta cheese), but I think adding herbs not only brightens the taste, but is a great use for leftovers before expiring.

Serve over crostini or with toasted bread, crackers, or fresh fruit. I like to sprinkle with flaky sea salt, black pepper, and a drizzle of honey for serving.

FAQs

Leftovers and Storage

• Make-ahead: This can be assembled a day or two in advance, then refrigerated until needed. Garnish just before serving!
• Leftover whipped ricotta should be sealed in an airtight container and refrigerated. Use within 3 days. The dip will benefit from sitting at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
• We do not recommend freezing, as the texture will be affected.

It seriously doesn’t get easier or more delicious than a 10-minute no-cook appetizer. This one checks all the boxes, I guarantee it!

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