Description
This Whipped Ricotta Bruschetta Dip is a creamy, flavorful appetizer featuring smooth whipped ricotta blended with honey and olive oil, topped with a fresh, tangy tomato bruschetta mix. Served with toasted baguette slices, it’s perfect for parties or casual gatherings, offering a delicious balance of creamy and vibrant textures and flavors.
Ingredients
Bruschetta Topping
- 3 roma, hot house or on the vine tomatoes, pulp removed and diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Whipped Ricotta
- 16 oz whole milk ricotta
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Toasted Baguette
- 1 baguette
- Olive oil for drizzling or spraying
Instructions
- Prepare the Bruschetta Topping: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together so all the ingredients are evenly coated with the oil and balsamic. Set aside to marinate while you prepare the whipped ricotta.
- Make the Whipped Ricotta: In a food processor, blend the whole milk ricotta cheese with honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend for about 30 seconds until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the seasoning or honey to your preference for sweetness and saltiness.
- Toast the Baguette Slices: Thinly slice the baguette on a bias into 1/4 inch slices. Drizzle or spray the slices lightly with olive oil. You can toast the slices using your preferred method: Oven – preheat the oven to 425°F, arrange the slices on a baking sheet, and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown. Air Fryer – place the slices in the air fryer basket and air fry at 375°F for 5 to 8 minutes until crisp and golden.
- Assemble and Serve: Spread the whipped ricotta evenly in a large shallow bowl to form the dip base. Spoon the tomato bruschetta mixture over the ricotta layer. Season with additional black pepper, drizzle with olive oil if desired, and garnish with extra fresh basil leaves. Serve the dip at room temperature alongside the toasted baguette slices for dipping.
Notes
- This dip is best served fresh but can be prepared a few hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator; bring to room temperature before serving.
- For a lighter option, use part-skim ricotta, though the texture will be less creamy.
- If you prefer a spicier bruschetta, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the tomato mixture.
- The baguette slices can be toasted in a toaster oven if preferred, using similar temperature and timing as the conventional oven method.
- Leftover whipped ricotta can be used as a spread on sandwiches or toast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
