Description
This Simple Whipped Ricotta Dip with Balsamic and Cranberries is a delightful blend of creamy ricotta and sweet-tart toppings, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
3 oz cream cheese (softened at room temperature)
1 tsp salt
16 oz whole milk ricotta cheese (drained of excess liquid)
Juice from 1/2 small lemon
2 tbsp honey
2/3 cup dried cranberries (chopped for even distribution)
Flaky sea salt
Cracked black pepper
Balsamic glaze (generous drizzle)
2 tbsp fresh rosemary (finely minced for best flavor)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and salt, and mix until smooth.
- Add the ricotta cheese, lemon juice, and honey to the bowl, and whip until well combined and creamy.
- Transfer the whipped ricotta to a serving dish and smooth out the top.
- Sprinkle the chopped dried cranberries evenly over the dip.
- Drizzle generously with balsamic glaze, and season with flaky sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste.
- Finish with a sprinkle of finely minced fresh rosemary.
- Serve with crusty bread or crackers and enjoy!
Notes
Ensure the ricotta is well-drained for a smoother consistency. This dip can be prepared a day in advance for flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ⅓ cup
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 340 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
Keywords: Whipped Ricotta Dip, Balsamic Dip, Cranberry Dip, Appetizer, Creamy Dip