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Baked Ricotta Dip

LAST UPDATED: May 13, 2020 • FIRST PUBLISHED: January 8, 2019 • Leave a Comment

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Need a tasty appetizer that’s also quick and easy? This baked ricotta dip is the perfect appetizer for your next casual get-together. It’s an easy one-pan dish that requires minimal ingredients and minimal effort!

a pan of baked ricotta dip with a gold spoon

I love party appetizers! In fact, party apps are probably a cornerstone type of recipe you can find here at Wanderlust and Wellness. This baked ricotta dip is an easy appetizer that’s served warm, and perfect for any time of year; from Super Bowl parties to summer rosé tasting parties! It pairs well with any of these chicken wing recipes, Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed French Bread, or serve on a seasonal charcuterie board like a Thanksgiving charcuterie board.

Ingredients needed

  • 16 oz. fresh ricotta
  • 1 tsp. minced garlic
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon zest
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup shredded fresh parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded fresh asiago cheese
  • Gluten-free Naan bread or crackers

How to make baked ricotta dip

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. 
  2. Add all of the dip ingredients to a large bowl and stir to combine. 
  3. Transfer dip to a medium-sized cast-iron or another oven-safe skillet. Spread to fill the entire skillet. 
  4. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until bubbly. 
  5. Serve with warm naan bread or crackers. 
baked ricotta dip in a cast iron skillet with a neutral colored towel wrapped around the handle.

Recipe FAQs

What is ricotta cheese?

Ricotta (pronounced ree-coat-a) is an Italian cheese made from the whey left over from the production of other cheeses. It has a creamy, mild flavor, which makes it perfect for an appetizer such as this baked ricotta dip.

Can you reheat baked ricotta dip?

Yes! Store any leftovers in the refrigerator in an air-tight container. To reheat, transfer back to an oven-safe skillet and reheat in the oven per the recipe directions.

How long does baked ricotta dip last?

You can store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.

A woman dipping a piece of pita bread into a cast iron skillet of baked ricotta dip There are two white plates and two gold forks in the background and a neutral-colored towel.

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Enjoy these other party appetizers!

  • Coffee Crusted Steak Bites – a delicious heavy appetizer
  • Bacon Jam – a sweet and savory jam
  • Coconut Shrimp with Spicy Honey Mustard Sauce – crispy coconut shrimp with a sweet and spicy honey mustard dipping sauce
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baked ricotta dip in a cast iron skillet. There's a gold spoon in the dish and you can see a basket of bread nearby.

Baked Ricotta Dip


  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x
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This baked ricotta dip is the perfect appetizer for your next casual get-together. It’s an easy one-pan dish that requires minimal ingredients and minimal effort!

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Ingredients

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  • 16 oz. fresh ricotta
  • 1 tsp. minced garlic
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon zest
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup shredded fresh parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded fresh asiago cheese
  • Gluten-free Naan bread or crackers

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. 
  2. Add all of the dip ingredients to a large bowl and stir to combine. 
  3. Transfer dip to a medium-sized cast-iron or oven-safe skillet. Spread to fill the entire skillet. 
  4. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until bubbly. 
  5. Serve with warm gluten-free naan bread or crackers. 

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, serve with gluten-free bread or crackers
  • Nutritional Disclaimer
  • Category: appetizer
  • Cuisine: Italian

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Jennifer

Jennifer is the recipe developer and food photographer behind Wanderlust and Wellness since 2016. She creates easy, approachable gluten-free recipes for the everyday home cook; because cooking gluten-free doesn’t mean food has to be complicated or tasteless.

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