Description
This creamy and delicious whipped ricotta dip is perfect for any party or gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, cream cheese, heavy cream, and olive oil.
- Using a hand mixer, beat the mixture until smooth and creamy.
- Add garlic powder, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and chopped basil to the bowl.
- Mix again until all ingredients are fully combined.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and drizzle with extra olive oil.
- Serve with fresh vegetables, crackers, or bread.
Notes
- This dip can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Add additional toppings like sun-dried tomatoes or olives for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg