# List of Ingredients:
→ Dairy
01 - 1 ½ cups whole-milk ricotta cheese
02 - 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - ¼ cup heavy cream
→ Hot Honey
04 - ⅓ cup honey
05 - 1 to 2 teaspoons sriracha or similar hot sauce, adjusted to taste
06 - ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
→ Flavorings & Seasonings
07 - 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
08 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
09 - ½ 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)
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Combine honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan over low heat. Warm gently for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally without boiling. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
02 - In a food processor or with a hand mixer, blend ricotta, cream cheese, heavy cream, garlic, olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy, approximately 2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly.
03 - Transfer whipped ricotta into a shallow serving bowl. Use the back of a spoon to create a swirl pattern on the surface.
04 - Drizzle warm hot honey generously over the ricotta, creating a marbled swirl effect by gently mixing with the spoon.
05 - Optionally garnish with chopped fresh herbs. Serve immediately alongside crostini, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
