Creamy whipped ricotta meets hot honey and crushed pistachios for a dip that feels luxurious yet simple. Perfect with a toasted baguette or crackers for an elevated appetizer moment. Enjoy!
Bold flavor, simple steps, and that homemade comfort as only a GoodPlate.Co meal can deliver.
🧾 Introduction
Some meals don’t just feed your body, they fill your heart with joy. This creamy whipped ricotta with hot honey and pistachio is an easy anytime brunch or appetizer for intimate gatherings with family and friends, and tastes as if you paid for a five-star gourmet dish, yet is full of the kind of comfort that only home-cooked food delivers.
Now, this is a staple in my rotation — simple enough for Tuesday night, yet bold enough to serve when company drops by. Every bite hits that perfect balance of spice, heat, heart, and happiness.
🕒 Quick Facts
| Prep Time | 10 mins |
| Cook Time | 0 mins |
| Total Time | mins |
| Servings | 4 |
| Difficulty | Easy to medium |
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp hot honey (or honey + chili flakes)
- 2 tbsp crushed pistachios
- Sea salt, to taste
- Fresh thyme (optional)
- Toasted baguette slices
The Sides
- Celery sticks, carrot sticks
- Grilled or toasted bread, crackers
- Fruit
- Freshly prepared salad
👩🍳 Bringing It All Together
- Open your heart to love and gratitude. Turn on your favorite music. Wash your hands
- Next, in a large enough bowl, whip the ricotta with olive oil and salt (to taste) until smooth and airy.
- Chop pistachios in a food processor, or blender, or you can leave them whole ( your choice)
- Spoon into a shallow serving bowl.
- Drizzle with hot honey and sprinkle pistachios on top.
- Garnish with thyme/basil and serve with warm toasted or grilled bread. ( add lemon zest, or a dash of fresh squeezed lemon juice for added brightness, optional).
- Finally, plate a goodplate, garnish, serve, and enjoy a dish that never disappoints — gourmet flavor made at home with love.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Gluten-free option: Use certified gluten-free products and double-check the labels of your bread and spices.
- Lactose-free: Swap ricotta for non-dairy ricotta for a vegan version.
- Meal prep: Assemble ahead and refrigerate up to 24 hours before serving.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve with your choice of sides: Crackers, grilled or toasted bread. Celery sticks, carrot sticks, or fruit. Add a fresh, crisp salad for cool balance and a light, refreshing beverage.
❄️ Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container for a day. A great afternoon/movie night treat.
💬 Final Bite
This creamy whipped ricotta with hot honey and pistachio brings a little heat, sweet and comfort— this recipe delivers every single time. It’s a GoodPlate.Co favorite because it’s simple, satisfying, and always a crowd-pleaser. When you make it, tag @GoodPlate.Co — we’d love to see your plate!