This Baked Ricotta Dip is ooey, gooey, cheesy perfection. It is easy to make, delicious to eat and is always a crowd pleaser!
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.
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.
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.
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
Use low fat versions of the dairy. Try low fat or fat free cheese and sour cream for this dip. Use veggies for dippers.
Basil, fresh thyme, rosemary or black pepper.
Of course, you can cut the recipe for date night or double for game night.
Cucumber slices, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, carrot sticks, etc.
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
- Homemade Garlic Crisps
- Toasted baguettes or crostini
- Chips – something strong like a tortilla chip or pita chips.
- Breadsticks
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Baked Ricotta Dip
Ingredients
- 8 oz Ricotta cheese
- 16 oz Sour cream
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp Garlic Herb Seasoning Mix
- 1/2 cup Provolone cheese, shredded
- 1/2 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.
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Expert Tips
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- 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
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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!
Also I am having a Giveaway starting tomorrow, please come back and sign up! THANKS!
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 š
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!
Thanks for reading!
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???
Thanks for reading!
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!
Thanks for reading!
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!