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Baked Lemon Ricotta Dip with Blackberries

Baked Lemon Ricotta Dip with Blackberries for Summer Bliss

Baked Lemon Ricotta Dip with Blackberries is a delightful appetizer that combines sweet and savory flavors for the perfect summer treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese
  • 4 oz Fresh Goat Cheese or feta as a substitute
  • 1 Large Egg acts as a binder
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Minced) finely minced
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest from fresh lemons
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tsp Coarse Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Fresh Cracked Black Pepper to taste
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Blackberries fresh
  • 2 tbsp Honey or agave syrup for vegan option

Equipment

  • 9" oval baking dish
  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9" oval baking dish and gather your ingredients.
  2. In a food processor, combine ricotta cheese, goat cheese, and a large egg. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the cheese mixture into the greased baking dish and smooth the top.
  4. Evenly distribute fresh blackberries over the surface of the cheese mixture.
  5. Bake for about 30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the blackberries have released their juices.
  6. Let cool slightly, then drizzle honey over the warm dip and garnish with thyme.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cheeses are at room temperature for a smoother dip. You can prepare the dip a day ahead and let it sit at room temperature for better baking results.

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