Garlic and Herb Whipped Ricotta Dip (Chilled)

A creamy, dreamy, and luscious whipped party dip!

One bite of this Garlic and Herb Whipped Ricotta Dip and you’ll be going back for more. It’s so creamy, fluffy, and savory, and full of flavor thanks to a handful of herbs. You better make seconds because it’s going to go fast!

Whipped ricotta dip recipes are on the rise and for good reason. Who wouldn’t love a lusciously creamy and cheesy dip you can enjoy with bread, crackers, and veggies? It’s just as delish as my Hot Artichoke Dip but easier!

Customize your ricotta dip experience with plenty of herbaceous and colorful toppings and a variety of crudites. A few more dips on the side, such as my Smoked Salmon Dip and Shallot Dip, never hurt either.

Ingredients needed

All you need are a handful of simple ingredients here. Once they’re gathered, they quickly transform into a luscious party dip! These are the ingredients you need:

Whole milk ricotta

The higher quality cheese you use, the better your dip will taste. Ricotta (meaning “recooked” in Italian) is a soft, fluffy, and fresh cheese that can be made from cow, goat, sheep, or water buffalo milk. Cow’s milk ricotta is the popular choice nowadays and is best when you’re making lasagna, stuffed ravioli, or this creamy dip.

I recommend using whole milk ricotta for ​​ricotta cheese appetizers because it’s creamier and richer tasting than part-skim ricotta. You can use part-skim ricotta but the finished results may not be the same.

Garlic

The recipe only calls for one clove of garlic because raw garlic has a strong, punchy flavor that can be overwhelming compared to cooked or roasted garlic. The flavors do mellow out over time, so if you’re prepping the dip before the party begins, go ahead and add in one more clove.

Extra virgin olive oil

Oil is important here because it helps emulsify the dip and bring everything together. Drizzle a little on top of the dip for a flavorful finish!

Lemon juice

Freshly squeezed lemon juice brightens up this savory ricotta recipe and adds balance. Try not to skip it!

Herbs

A variety of fresh or dried herbs really helps each bite pop. Use chives, parsley, dill, and basil, or a mix of the four.

How to make garlic and herb whipped ricotta dip

Whip it up and enjoy! This is a creamy, light, and easy party dip that will have you and your guests going back for more (in other words, make a double batch!). Here’s how it’s done:

What to serve with whipped ricotta dip

Give your ricotta dip a show-stopping presentation with gorgeous, flavorful toppings, like:

• Extra virgin olive oil
• Roasted cherry tomatoes
• Balsamic reduction
• Honey
• Fresh or dried herbs
• Freshly cracked pepper
• Roasted garlic
• Parmesan cheese

When it’s time to dig in, surround the dip with toasted bread or crostini, a vegetable medley, crackers, pita bread, or chips!

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