Lemon Garlic Baked Ricotta
This easy Lemon Garlic Baked Ricotta is a warm, elegant 20 minute appetizer! Creamy, savory, and perfect for dipping with toasted bread. Only 5 ingredients!
Ingredients
- 2 cups 16 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk if needed
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a bowl, mix ricotta. If it seems dry, stir in 1-2 tbsp cream until spreadable.
- Stir in lemon zest, minced garlic, and salt.
- Spread mixture into greased ramekins or a small baking dish. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Bake for 15-20 mins until top is lightly golden.
- Drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Serve immediately with toasted bread.
Notes
Ricotta Quality: Fresh, high quality ricotta makes a noticeable difference in creaminess and flavor.
Cream Adjustment: Only add cream if your ricotta is dry and crumbly. Good ricotta should be creamy enough on its own.
Serving Ideas: Also fantastic as a spread for sandwiches, a topping for grilled chicken or fish, or stirred into hot pasta.