Baked Ricotta Dip is super simple to make and delicious to eat. This is a luxuriously smooth and tangy dip, elevated with fresh herbs, a touch of garlic, and of course, plenty of melty, golden-brown cheese.
If you want other great dip ideas, try my knorr spinach artichoke dip and my pepperoni pizza dip.
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Why this Baked Ricotta Dip Recipe is a Keeper
You will love this recipe for baked ricotta dip if you’re a cheese lover. It is the perfect base to add 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.
- 35 Minutes Recipe: This white pizza dip takes five minutes to make and 30 minutes to bake.
- Easy Ingredients: You will need just 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. Perfect for fun gatherings.
- Adaptable: So many things can be wonderful to add to this dip. Try meats, vegetables or spices.
What is Ricotta Cheese for this Delicious Dip?
Ricotta cheese is an Italian cheese that’s made by recooking leftovers from other cheeses. It’s super popular in both Italy and the United States and is said to have a ton of health benefits.
Recipe Ingredient Notes for the Easy Appetizer Cheese Dip
To make this recipe, you will need just a few easy ingredients. If you don’t already have these ingredients in your kitchen, they can all easily be found at the store.
- Ricotta: Use whole milk ricotta cheese as it makes all the difference.
- Sour Cream: This will add the creamy goodness to the dip.
- Fresh Garlic: Fresh or roasted garlic makes the perfect dip for parties.
- Garlic Herb Seasoning Mix: Make your own garlic herb seasoning with spices like salt and pepper, garlic powder and rosemary.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Prep Ahead Suggestions for this Italian Baked Ricotta Garlic Appetizer Recipe
Preparing ingredients ahead of time can help to save you time and kitchen space when it comes to making the recipe!
- Prep Ingredients: Prepare your toppings and add-ins ahead of time so they’re ready to be added when the time comes.
- Dippers: Get your dippers ready so when the Italian baked ricotta dip is ready, you can enjoy it.
Pro Recipe Tip for Italian Baked Ricotta Dip
Broil for Browning: After baking, broil the dip for a few minutes to get a beautiful golden brown crust on top.
How to Make Ricotta Cheese Dip
This recipe comes together in 3 quick and easy steps. This hot dip is so good, it will quickly become one of your favorite recipes for an appetizer for any occasion!
These are the basic steps for making Baked Ricotta Dip. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
1. Preheat the Oven
First, preheat oven to 350℉. Shred your cheese and mince your garlic.
2. Combine Cheese Dip Ingredients
Then in a bowl, combine provolone and mozzarella cheese; reserve ¼ cup and set aside. Add ricotta cheese, sour cream, Garlic and Herb Seasoning and minced garlic to the cheese mix. Stir to combine.
3. Bake the Dip
Next, spread the ricotta mixture into an 8×8 square baking dish or cast iron pan and spread reserved cheese on top. Finally, bake for 30 minutes.
How to Store, Reheat and Use Leftovers after you Make Baked Ricotta Dip
There are so many ways to use this dip. It’s a recipe that is so good. You will love baked ricotta dip with its bits of garlic and all that cheese.
- Storing: Store leftover baked ricotta dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Reheating: Reheat this savory baked ricotta recipe in the microwave or in the oven. You can also serve in a cast iron skillet.
- Using Leftovers: Serve leftover ricotta dip with toasted baguette slices, crostini or your favorite crackers. You can also dip with garlic thyme bread or spread soft cheese dip on bread. An easy way to use this dip is as a spread for sandwiches or use warm on top of baked potatoes.
Variations and Substitutions to Make Cheesy Baked Ricotta Dip
This baked ricotta recipe is super easy to customize to make it your own! Try this recipe with different toppings or modifying the delicious dip recipe.
- Low Fat: Fat free or low fat versions of the cheeses can be great in this wonderful recipe for warm dip.
- Parmesan Cheese: Sprinkle some shredded cheese, such as parmesan, on top of the dip for more cheesy goodness.
- Low Salt: You can use low salt versions if your diet requires it for this oven baked hot cheesy dip.
Recipe FAQs and Reader Interactions
Serve this cheesy baked ricotta dip with Air Fryer Garlic Breadsticks, Baked Healthy Tortilla Chips or Glazed Bacon Crackers.
If you love homemade dips, make this simple appetizer healthier by swapping for low sodium and low fat ingredients.
Leftover dip will be good in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Expert Tips to Make this Baked Ricotta Cheese Dip Recipe
- Add Meat: Add sausage, pepperoni, ham or whatever you like. This dip is perfect for parties.
- Spice it Up: Try some chilies, red pepper flakes or hot sauce to give it a kick to taste.
- Fresh Veggies: Enhance with grilled onions, pepper or mushrooms into the dip.
- Whipped Ricotta: This ricotta dip is the perfect dip made with whipped ricotta.
- Sour Cream: Instead of sour cream, you can swap for cottage cheese.
- Drizzle Olive Oil: Use a infused extra virgin olive oil on top of the baked dip. You can also try a drizzle of honey.
- Thyme and Lemon: Try garnishing with some fresh thyme leaves or add a hint of lemon with some fresh lemon juice or lemon zest.
- Dippers: Enjoy this dip with veggies like cherry tomatoes or crusty breads.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces Ricotta cheese
- 16 ounces Sour cream
- 2 cloves Garlic , minced
- 2 tablespoons Garlic Herb Seasoning Mix
- ½ cup Provolone cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉.
- In a bowl combine provolone and mozzarella cheese; reserve ¼ 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.
Christina’s Notes
- Add Meat: Add 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.
- Fresh Veggies: Enhance with grilled onions, pepper or mushrooms into the dip.
- Whipped Ricotta: This dip is perfect with whipped ricotta.
- Sour Cream: Instead of sour cream, you can swap for cottage cheese.
- Drizzle: Use a infused extra virgin olive oil on top of the baked dip. You can also try a drizzle of honey.
- Thyme and Lemon: Try garnishing with some fresh thyme leaves or add a hint of lemon with some fresh lemon juice or lemon zest.
- Dippers: Enjoy this dip with veggies like cherry tomatoes or crusty breads.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
Thanks for linking BOTH your recipes to THIS WEEK’S CRAVING! Please remember to add a link back to one of the hosts, we appreciate it! This white dip looks awesome!
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wow, now that looks good! I bet my husband would devour this too!
Hi christina and welcome to the hearth and soul hop. I always love when new folks link up so I can check out their blogs. I am now subscribed to your rss feed. I do not see a link back to the hearth and soul hop, so please put that in so more folks can join in the fun. I am sure it is an oversight because I see all the other lovely hops you are participating in. I also adore white pizza and the idea of dipping it for a party is really neat. Alex@amoderatelife
YUM! I love pizza. Thanks for linking up at Around My Family Table…hope to see you again next week.
that looks awsome!
Thanks for linking up to What’s Cooking Wednesday! Hope to see you again next week!
Diane
http://www.turning-the-clock-back.blogspot.com
It looks really good! Thanks for stopping by What’s Cooking Wednesday! See you next week 🙂
This looks delish. Will have to try it soon.
Looks great..it’s what we would call “4 formaggio” a blend of all those delicious cheeses! Mouth watering Delicious!
Christina…so glad i found you! your link on my tuesday night supper club links back to my page, not yours….you probably want to change it…so people can find this amazing recipe. thanks for linking up—glad to see you!
Thanks for the heads up, Christy! It’s been one of those days. I added a new link but can’t seem to delete the old one.
Yeah! You took my advice—-I am so excited to see this posted!!!
Keep the recipes coming!!!!
I sure did, Amy! Thanks for the tip! I really appreciate it!
Not bad. I’ll bet this can be adapted without the packaged seasoning (e.g., for gluten free).
My friend makes a very similar baked dip using crab meat. One of my favourites.
Great thought, Dan! I’ll bet it can be adapted and still taste fabulous! Great suggestion!
Thanks for reading!
Can’t go wrong with cheese dip! YUM!
This looks really good. I’m always happy to update my appetizer list. I’m glad you tried it and gave it a thumb’s up for us.
This looks amazing!! I’m thinking it would be great for our Halloween party, but adding cheese eyes, nose & mouth cutouts on top so it looks like a jack-o-lantern! Can’t wait to make it!! I’m your newest email subscriber! : )
Aimee @ justkiddingaroundatlanta
Well, welcome Aimee! If you decide to make this dip and dress it up, I would love to see a pic!
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yum yum!
I make a caramelized onion dip that everyone adores!
This would be a great swap out so I don’t make that every time, yet still get that savory onion flavor!
YAY!
You’ll love this dip, Rachel! And, I would love to hear more about your caramelized onion dip–would you want to share the recipe???
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I love this recipe and can’t wait to try it.
Thanks for sharing.
You’re very welcome, Miz! This dip is TO DIE FOR! It’s hard to stop eating it!
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that looks amazing!
Carmelized onions! I love it! I think I’m going to try that next time! Thanks for the great suggestion!
Well, everyone loved this dip. It wa the first thing gone and “licked” clean. I did add carmelized onions to it but, that was the only change that I made. Delicious. It’s a keeper.
I am going to try this recipe this weekend- We are going to some friends house so, I volunteered to make this–I will let you know what everyone says. Thanks for the recipe!!!
Great, Amy! Let me know how you like it!