Hot Honey Whipped Ricotta Recipe
A delicious and creamy Hot Honey Whipped Ricotta recipe featuring golden fried bread slices, whipped ricotta blended with garlic and olive oil, and finished with a drizzle of spicy hot honey and fresh rosemary. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or snack with a balance of savory, sweet, and spicy flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Fried Bread
- 6 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 4 bread slices, cut into 2 diagonal pieces
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt (for sprinkling on bread)
For the Whipped Ricotta
- 16 oz whole milk ricotta (such as Luizi)
- 1 small garlic clove, grated
- 1 tsp kosher salt, divided
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (remaining after frying)
For Garnish
- 3 tbsp hot honey
- 1 tsp coarsely chopped fresh rosemary
Instructions
- Fry the Bread: Heat 4 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully place the bread pieces in the oil and fry, reducing the heat to medium if the bread begins to brown too quickly. Fry each side for 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove and place the bread on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat the frying process with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the remaining bread slices. Immediately sprinkle the fried bread with 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt.
- Whip the Ricotta: In a food processor, combine the ricotta cheese, grated garlic, and 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. With the processor running on low speed, slowly stream in the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, allowing the ricotta to become light and whipped.
- Assemble and Serve: Transfer the whipped ricotta to a serving bowl. Using the back of a spoon, create swirls and dollops for an attractive presentation. Generously drizzle the hot honey over the whipped ricotta, and sprinkle with the chopped fresh rosemary for an aromatic finish. Serve immediately with the fried bread slices on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Use good quality whole milk ricotta for a rich and creamy texture.
- Adjust the amount of hot honey according to your preferred spice level.
- Fresh rosemary adds a lovely fragrance; you can substitute with thyme if desired.
- Serve immediately after assembly to keep the bread crispy and ricotta fresh.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free bread slices.
Keywords: Whipped Ricotta, Hot Honey, Fried Bread, Appetizer, Italian Recipe, Spicy Honey, Garlic Ricotta
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