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Roasted Garlic Baked Ricotta Dip
Carolina Gomez

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.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, dip
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

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

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or whisk
  • Baking dish (small/medium, oven-safe)
  • Garlic roaster or foil
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. 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.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, mozzarella, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  4. Squeeze roasted garlic cloves into the mixture and mash until smooth.
  5. Transfer mixture into a greased baking dish, drizzle with remaining olive oil.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden on top.
  7. 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