If you’re a fan of ricotta, you will love this collection of ricotta cheese appetizers that are perfect for serving at your next get-together.
Hold up! Do you mean that the mild and creamy ricotta cheese is not just for lasagna and pizza?!
That’s right. Move over brie and mascarpone, there’s a NEW appetizer cheese in town, and its culinary journey begins in your home!
This delectable Italian whey cheese is just minutes from becoming one of your favorite holiday appetizers or starters for dinner parties.
Spread it onto toasted baguette slices, add a drizzle of honey, and suddenly your game day grub has taken a turn for the divine.
Store-bought ricotta makes the perfect appetizer for your next dinner party. Add other simple ingredients with bright flavors to make savory dishes with a hint of sweetness.
Ricotta is a versatile ingredient that works equally well as a spread, filling, or dip for your expertly-designed charcuterie board (come on, you know you want to put one together!).
For a whipped ricotta recipe, don’t look for ‘whipped ricotta’ in stores – simply pulse the ricotta in your food processor (or mixer with whisk attachment) for a lighter, finer, and more aerated texture.
Let’s discover 20 different ways you can make a scrumptious ricotta cheese appetizer below:
Best Ricotta Cheese Appetizers
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foodworthfeed.com
Grilled Asparagus & Whipped Ricotta Toast
It's a hearty toast topped with whole milk ricotta cheese, sturdy asparagus, and fresh herbs like basil and mint finished with a balsamic glaze. It's a flavor explosion in your mouth! You'll also find tips on straining the cheese to get the best texture for the crusty bread.
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vikalinka.com
Whipped Feta and Ricotta Dip With Mint Pistachio Pesto
Here's a Middle Eastern inspiration that combines feta, ricotta, and Greek yogurt with a swirl of homemade pesto in a creamy dip. It's a delicious appetizer to serve with pita, naan, or even pita chips!
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www.cupofzest.com
Whipped Ricotta Crostini
Both the honey and garlic, with a few sprigs of fresh thyme make this recipe a delight. It also makes a fabulous base for creative toppings like crunchy pomegranate seeds, fresh pears, or fig jam (believe me, no other jam lives up to this one!).
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www.runningtothekitchen.com
Ricotta Sage Honey Stuffed Prunes
Think of prunes as the lower-sugar alternative to the fancier Medjool dates. This simple appetizer is sweet, rich, and full of fiber! It's a quick blend in the processor, and then you're assembling the cutest little treats for your guests.
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www.abakingjourney.com
Spinach and Ricotta Rolls
These gorgeous rolls are a total crowd pleaser! The recipe calls for activating the yeast with a bit of caster sugar, but you can substitute with granulated sugar. The filling begins with smooth ricotta cheese, flavored with garlic and oregano and enriched with two magic cups of spinach. The fun part is slicing the dough, jelly-roll style, into little rolls that no one will be able to resist!
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savoringtoday.com
Ricotta & Goat Cheese Flatbread With Pomegranate & Fig Balsamic
You could find a ton of trendy videos showing how to de-seed a pomegranate, but it doesn't get easier than the method used in this recipe – absolutely genius! And if you're not a fan of goat cheese, this ricotta and aged fig balsamic vinegar combo will change your mind quickly!
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ericasrecipes.com
Tuscan Mushroom Ricotta Mini Tarts
You'll be surprised at what dainty ricotta cheese recipes come out of a mini muffin pan, along with a clever 'tart tamper' that looks like a lopsided dumbbell. The crust uses both cream cheese and butter while the filling is ricotta and lemon zest (instead of lemon juice) and an intriguing mushroom blend. The result is a filling and adorable treat that's ideal for cocktail parties.
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www.marcellinaincucina.com
Baked Mushrooms Stuffed With Ricotta
This is a great appetizer for both game nights and special occasions. It's easy to assemble on hectic days and bakes in under 15 minutes. Once you remove the portobello stalks, you have the ideal edible cup to hold the parmesan and ricotta cheese mixture.
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thelittlestcrumb.com
Ricotta Honey Toast
Drooling is totally acceptable as you stare at tomorrow's potential breakfast, but you can easily turn these into pretty little toasts for your next party. Fresh strawberries, crunchy walnuts, and honey complement the ricotta cheese perfectly, and it takes only 5 minutes to put everything together. A last minute dish never tasted so refreshing!
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cozycravings.com
Roasted Garlic Baked Ricotta Dip
The easiest way to impress is usually the simplest, like this humble tray of ricotta cheese with golden brown edges, infused with an entire head of roasted garlic and other mouth-watering seasonings. Dip with slices from a crusty French baguette, and it's an unforgettable dish!
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notentirelyaverage.com
Honey Whipped Ricotta Crostini With Peaches And Prosciutto
This ricotta appetizer is exquisite. Fresh peach slices, flavorful slices of prosciutto, and sweet honey ricotta, garnished with fresh sage leaves sit atop a grilled slice of the most delicious bread you can find. Even better, it's entirely portable and can be assembled at your next picnic party, by the lake, or under the fireworks.
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itsavegworldafterall.com
Baked Ricotta Dip With Honey and Crispy Brussels
These tasty wedges of toast hold a layer of baked honey and lemon ricotta, roasted Brussels sprout leaves (let your kids have fun peeling them!), juicy pomegranate arils, and an extra drizzle of honey (because why not?!).
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www.threeolivesbranch.com
Tomato Corn Basil Crostini With Herbed Ricotta Cheese
It's like a bread salad! These summery crostini bites are light and colorful with fresh tomatoes, corn, and basil over a ricotta and parmesan cheese mixture. You can make each section 1-2 days ahead and assemble right before serving.
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alekasgettogether.com
Pizza Cones With Pepperoni and Ricotta
These whimsical hand-rolled pizza cones are easier than they look. Save time by using pre-made dough for the cone shapes. Once you've wrapped the first few, the remaining batch goes quickly. The irresistible combo of ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses makes these finger foods gooey and delicious!
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www.withspice.com
Grilled Flatbread With Ricotta, Arugula and Peas
There's no better way to open up your backyard party than with a rustic, grilled flatbread that looks as yummy as this one. A ricotta cheese spread is topped with your favorite greens and a zesty lemon vinaigrette dressing.
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theforkedspoon.com
Sweet Potato Rounds With Ricotta, Walnuts, Cranberries and Fresh Herbs
Here's a clever way to slice your sweet potatoes and turn them into decadent hors d'oeuvres at your next holiday dinner. The potato rounds hold a creamy base of goat and ricotta cheese, finished with sweet dried cranberries and toasted walnuts.
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burrataandbubbles.com
Whipped Ricotta Dip With Lemon and Fresh Herbs
This delightful ricotta cheese dip will have you making random small batches just for you! Simply blend ricotta with fresh herbs and lemon zest and dip with crunchy baguette slices. Feel free to experiment with new flavors – there are great tips at the end of the recipe.
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yummyaddiction.com
Zucchini and Tomato Tartlets With Ricotta
There's a science to creating these terrific tomato tartlets, especially since you're making the pastry from scratch. This recipe guides you through the process, so your final results look as picturesque as these lovely photos. No doubt the taste is sublime as well – the creamy filling and roasted vegetables complete this perfect appetizer.
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marleysmenu.com
10-Minute Whipped Ricotta Crostini
You will have fun piping your ricotta mixture onto thin slices of French bread for this appetizer recipe. Top with honey and/or fresh herbs for more flavor and charm.
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www.bakingbeauty.net
Lasagna Fritta
Yes, it is indeed lasagna. And we are talking about appetizers here. But have you tried making lasagna rolls, freezing them, then dropping them in hot oil to see what happens? No need to wonder – the results are here, in all their crunchy, fried glory. Of all the savory recipes we're provided, this one may be the one that your guests will be stashing in their take-home bags before the dinner has begun. Good luck!
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So is it likely that your family and friends will think you’re obsessed with ricotta cheese? Yes, but once they’ve taken a bite out of any one of these luscious recipes, they’ll understand too.
And is it too much to ask for a ricotta cheese food truck….?
Great collection with gorgeous photos! I want to try everything!
Thank you! There are so many tasty options, it’s so hard to choose! 🙂