Spicy Ricotta Hot Honey (Printable Version)
Creamy ricotta enhanced with zesty lemon, drizzled with spicy honey, finished with walnuts and rosemary.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Ricotta Base
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480 ml fresh whole milk ricotta cheese
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Zest of half a lemon
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1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
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Dash of black pepper
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15 ml extra virgin olive oil
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Juice of half a lemon
→ Hot Honey Drizzle
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60 ml runny honey
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1 teaspoon hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
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1/2 teaspoon crushed chili flakes
→ Toppings
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30 ml toasted chopped walnuts
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1 to 2 teaspoons fresh chopped rosemary
# Guide to Cooking:
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Combine ricotta, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and olive oil in a food processor or high-speed blender. Blend at high speed for 1 to 2 minutes until smooth and creamy. Transfer to a shallow serving bowl.
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In a small bowl, stir together honey, hot sauce, and crushed chili flakes until fully combined.
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Drizzle the hot honey mixture evenly over the whipped ricotta. Sprinkle toasted walnuts and chopped rosemary on top for added texture and aroma.
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Serve immediately with crackers or crostini, inviting guests to scoop the creamy ricotta and hot honey topping.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For best flavor, use whole milk ricotta and freshly squeezed lemon juice.