Description
This Simple Whipped Ricotta Dip with Balsamic and Cranberries is a creamy, sweet, and savory delight, perfect for entertaining or enjoying as a snack.
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 mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and salt until smooth.
- Add the ricotta cheese, lemon juice, and honey. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Transfer the whipped ricotta to a serving dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Sprinkle the chopped cranberries over the top, then season with flaky sea salt and cracked black pepper.
- Drizzle the balsamic glaze generously over the dip and finish with minced rosemary.
Notes
For best flavor, allow the dip to sit for a few minutes before serving so the flavors meld together.
- 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 and cranberries, easy dip recipe, creamy dip, appetizer