Roasted Garlic Baked Ricotta Dip
A creamy, cheesy, and savory appetizer made with whipped ricotta, roasted garlic, and herbs, baked until golden and served warm with bread or crackers.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Baking dish (small/medium, oven-safe)
- Garlic roaster or foil
- Oven
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 head of garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil divided
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves or 1 tsp dried
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Bread or crackers for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the top off the garlic head, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30–35 minutes until soft and caramelized.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, mozzarella, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Squeeze roasted garlic cloves into the mixture and mash until smooth.
- Transfer mixture into a greased baking dish, drizzle with remaining olive oil.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden on top.
- Serve warm with bread or crackers.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving, approx. 2 tbsp):
- Calories: 110
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 170mg