# Ingredient List:
→ Dairy
01 - 1 1/2 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese
02 - 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
→ Hot Honey
04 - 1/3 cup honey
05 - 1 to 2 teaspoons hot sauce (such as sriracha), to taste
06 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
→ Flavorings & Seasonings
07 - 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
08 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ To Serve
11 - Crostini, crackers, or fresh vegetables
12 - Fresh herbs (chives, basil, or thyme), chopped (optional)
# Steps:
01 - In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes. Warm gently for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally without boiling. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
02 - Using a food processor or hand mixer, blend ricotta, cream cheese, heavy cream, grated garlic, olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy, approximately 2 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.
03 - Transfer whipped ricotta to a shallow serving bowl. Create a swirl pattern on the surface with the back of a spoon.
04 - Drizzle the warm hot honey generously over the ricotta, swirling it to create a marbled effect.
05 - If desired, sprinkle with fresh herbs. Serve immediately alongside crostini, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
