Baked Ricotta Dip

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This Baked Ricotta Dip is ooey, gooey, cheesy perfection. It is easy to make, delicious to eat and is always a crowd pleaser!

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Baked Ricotta Dip is for all the cheese lovers. It is the perfect base for you to add all of your favorite fresh herbs and spices to make it your own. Plus there are so many things that you can serve it with it never gets boring.

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What We Love About This White Pizza Dip Recipe

This white pizza dip was incredibly easy to make.  Plus, you could easily mix it up ahead of time and bake it off when you’re ready to eat it so it’s nice and hot.  Or, you could make it in a mini slow cooker to keep it warm. It reminds me of my favorite pizza place’s white pizza. Spicy and delicious but in the form of a dip.

  • 35 Minutes: Five minutes to make and 30 minutes to bake.
  • Easy Ingredients: Only 6 ingredient. It is all so full of creamy, cheesy goodness.
  • Family Friendly: Friends and family alike will be dipping in to this warm Baked Ricotta Dip.
  • Adaptable: So many things can be wonderful to add to this dip. Meats, vegetables, spices, etc.

For another delicious dip, try this Lasagna Dip – it’s incredible!

A cast iron pan of the cheese.

Ingredient Notes

  • Whole Milk Ricotta: Adds a rich creaminess to the dip.
  • Sour Cream
  • Fresh Garlic: Two minced cloves of garlic.
  • Garlic Herb Seasoning Mix
  • Cheese: Provolone cheese and Mozzarella cheese, shredded.
Ricotta Cheese for the dip.

Variations and Substitutions

  • Low fat – fat free or low fat versions of the cheeses can be great in this recipe.
  • Parmesan Cheese – Sprinkle on top for more cheesy goodness.
  • Low Salt – You can use low salt versions if your diet requires.

How to Make Ricotta Cheese Dip

These are the basic steps for making white pizza dip. Please refer to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions. See prep time and total time etc. Check out Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram for more great appetizer recipes.

Cheese to top the dip.

STEP 1: PREP

First, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Next, in a bowl combine provolone and mozzarella cheese; then reserve 1/4 cup and set aside.

STEP 2: STIR

Then, add ricotta cheese, sour cream, soup mix and garlic to the cheeses; next blend to combine with a hand mixer (or food processor). Spread mixture into a small baking dish (8×8 square dish or pie plate).

STEP 3: BAKE

Finally, spread reserved cheese on top. Then bake for 30 minutes.

Prep and Storage Tips

HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME

Mix the dip and place in the fridge for a day or two and then bake before you are ready to serve.

HOW TO STORE THIS RECIPE

Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

HOW TO FREEZE THIS RECIPE

This dip can be placed in the freezer, however it may separate or split and therefore try and use up after baking.

HOW TO REHEAT THIS RECIPE

Rewarm in the oven or microwave for a minute or two to warm through.

Frequently Asked Questions

HOW TO MAKE THIS BAKED RICOTTA DIP RECIPE HEALTHIER?

Use low fat versions of the dairy. Try low fat or fat free cheese and sour cream for this dip. Use veggies for dippers.

CAN I SUBSTITUTE DIFFERENT HERBS?

Basil, fresh thyme, rosemary or black pepper.

CAN THIS RECIPE BE DOUBLED OR HALVED?

Of course, you can cut the recipe for date night or double for game night.

WHAT VEGETABLES CAN YOU DIP?

Cucumber slices, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, carrot sticks, etc.

A far shot of the top of the dish with crackers.

Expert Tips for Making This Baked Dip Recipe

  • This Recipe Can be Doubled: This is a great recipe for a crowd. Simply increase the ingredients proportionately and split it into two baking dishes before baking or a large Crock Pot.
  • Add Meat: Sausage, Pepperoni, ham or whatever you like.
  • Spice it Up: Try some chilies, red pepper flakes or hot sauce to give it a kick to taste.
  • Add Veggies: Enhance with grilled onions, pepper or mushrooms into the dip.
  • Whipped Ricotta Dip: This dip is perfect with whipped ricotta.
  • Drizzle: Use a infused extra virgin olive oil on top of the baked dip. Lemon Zest or a little lemon juice add great flavor.

What to Serve with Ricotta Cheese Dip

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Baked Ricotta Dip

Yield: 8 servings
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 35 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 8 oz Ricotta cheese
  • 16 oz Sour cream
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp Garlic Herb Seasoning Mix
  • ½ cup Provolone cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a bowl combine provolone and mozzarella cheese; reserve 1/4 cup and set aside.
  • Add ricotta cheese, sour cream, seasoning mix and garlic to the cheeses; stir to combine.
  • Spread mixture into a small baking dish (8×8 square dish or pie plate).
  • Spread reserved cheese on top.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Serve with baguette slices or crackers.

Expert Tips

    • This Recipe Can be Doubled: This is a great recipe for a crowd. Simply increase the ingredients proportionately and split it into two baking dishes before baking or a large Crock Pot.
    • Add Meat: Sausage, Pepperoni, ham or whatever you like.
    • Spice it Up: Try some chilies, red pepper flakes or hot sauce to give it a kick to taste.
    • Add Veggies: Enhance with grilled onions, pepper or mushrooms into the dip.
    • Whipped Ricotta Dip: This dip is perfect with whipped ricotta.
    • Drizzle: Use a infused extra virgin olive oil on top of the baked dip. Lemon Zest or a little lemon juice add great flavor.

Estimated Nutritional Information

Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 185mg | Potassium: 129mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 599IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 220mg | Iron: 1mg
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Course: Appetizers and Dips
Cuisine: American

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36 thoughts on “Baked Ricotta Dip”

  1. 5 stars
    Thanks a lot for this amazing recipe! So easy to make and tasted really delicious! Fam loves it, will have it again! Highly recommended!

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  2. 5 stars
    This was so crazy easy and my entire family loved it! My kids, who would never eat a white pizza, asked me to make more next time because we ate it up so fast.

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  3. 5 stars
    This savory white pizza dip was absolutely amazing! I’m just salivating thinking about how good it was. When I make it again on Super Bowl Sunday this special dip will be the star of the show!

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  4. Can you make this ahead (a few hours) and then reheat just before serving? Would it get watery or hard? Have no means of baking at the tennis club where I’d like to take it, but there is a microwave.

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  5. This sounds great. I posted a Pizza Dip recipe this week but it has the traditional red sauce. I might give this one a try next time for something different. Thanks for sharing.
    Jenn

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