Ricotta is great, but Whipped Ricotta is magic! This is a simple recipe for silky, creamy whipped ricotta. Use as a dip or spread, both ways are delicious. Serve with toast or baguette.
Fresh ricotta is pretty amazing. But when you whip the ricotta it turns into something else entirely. It's wonderful. It's delicious. And it's so easy to make.
The only "catch" is that you need a food processor. Do not use a stand mixer or hand mixer. I use a mini food processor. It's one of my favorite kitchen appliances and it sits next to my rice cooker. I use the mini food processor for a lot of things like mincing garlic and finely chopping vegetables when there is a lot to be chopped and I need it fast.
This is a simple 4 ingredient recipe which means that the quality of each ingredient is extra important. Use the nice, fresh ricotta. Use good olive oil.
Ingredients
Here's what you'll need:
- Whole milk ricotta - I like the basket ricotta from Bellwether Farms.
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh lemon - juiced and seeds removed
- Sea salt
Instructions
Let's get cooking:
Add the ricotta, olive oil, lemon juice, and sea salt to the food processor.
Process until the ricotta mixture is super smooth, this takes about 1-2 minutes.
Transfer the whipped ricotta to a shallow bowl or rimmed plate. Give the surface of the plated ricotta a gentle swirl with the back of a spoon. Then top with lots of olive oil and sprinkle of sea salt.
You can add dried herbs and/or honey! I also like to zest the lemon and add that on top. Feel free to go all out. Serve fresh, with toast points or sliced baguette.
How to Serve Whipped Ricotta
I like to make this for afternoon snack. Top the whipped ricotta with olive oil and sea salt. Then serve with toast on the side. Dip it, spread it. Eat it any way you like it. That is the most simple way, and maybe most delicious. I could devour this entire recipe that way.
*I like Family Bread (similar to a Japanese milk bread) from Epi-Ya on Beretania Street in Honolulu. I toast the bread, slice off the crust, and cut into triangles.
There are endless ways to enjoy whipped ricotta:
- Add a dollop of whipped ricotta to a tomato-based pasta dish.
- Breakfast: toast a slice of bread. Spread a thick layer of the whipped ricotta on top. Then a drizzle of honey and pinch of sea salt. Even better with crushed, roasted pistachios.
- Spread onto a plate and top with a mix of warm roasted vegetables.
- Serve with thick slices of grilled bread, still warm. The City Loaf from Breadshop in Kaimuki is perfect for this.
- Snack: toast a slice of bread. Spread a thick layer of the whipped ricotta on top. Then top with roasted cherry tomatoes, olive oil, and sea salt.
FAQ / Tips
You'll need a food processor for this recipe. Any brand, any type works. I use this mini food processor - I've had it for years, it's good and reliable. This recipe will not work as well with a stand mixer or hand mixer.
Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 2 days. Store in a sealed container with olive oil drizzled on top. Remove the whipped ricotta from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature 10 minutes before serving.
If the ricotta has separated, you can use a spoon to stir everything back together or put it all back in the food processor and processor until silky smooth once again.
It makes a big difference! My favorite is the basket ricotta from Bellweather Farms. At the very least, make sure to use whole milk ricotta (no skim or low fat ricotta). You can also make ricotta...an adventure for another day ^_^
Whipped Ricotta Recipe
Whipped Ricotta
Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 ounces whole milk ricotta I like the basket ricotta from Bellwether Farms
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ small lemon juiced, seeds removed
- 1 pinch sea salt
Instructions
- Add the ricotta, olive oil, lemon juice, and sea salt to the food processor.
- Process until the ricotta mixture is super smooth, this takes about 1-2 minutes.
- Transfer the whipped ricotta to a shallow bowl. Top with an extra generous drizzle of olive oil and sprinkle of sea salt. You can add dried herbs or honey! I also like to zest the lemon and add that on top for extra flavor.
- Serve fresh, with toast points or sliced baguettes. Delicious ^_^
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