The Bee's Cheese
Delight your taste buds with "The Bee’s Cheese," a luscious whipped cheese spread that blends velvety ricotta and cream cheese with the natural sweetness of honey and a hint of zesty lemon. This no-cook recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, with a touch of fresh thyme for a fragrant herbal note and optional crushed pistachios for a delightful crunch. Perfect for entertaining, this versatile appetizer pairs beautifully with crusty bread, crispy crackers, or fresh fruit, making it an elegant addition to any gathering. Whether served immediately with a drizzle of golden honey or chilled for later, "The Bee's Cheese" is sure to be the buzz of your next event!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons Crushed pistachios (optional)
- 1 loaf or package Crusty bread or crackers (for serving)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese and cream cheese. Use a hand mixer or whisk to whip the mixture until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 2
Add the honey, lemon zest, salt, and thyme leaves to the bowl, and mix until evenly incorporated.
Step 3
Taste and adjust the sweetness or salt if desired by adding a little more honey or a pinch of salt.
Step 4
Spoon the whipped ricotta mixture into a serving bowl and drizzle an extra swirl of honey on top for presentation.
Step 5
If desired, sprinkle crushed pistachios over the top for added texture and flavor.
Step 6
Serve immediately with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh fruit of your choice. Alternatively, refrigerate for up to 2 hours and bring to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (677.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1646.3 |
| Total Fat 78.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 41.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g | |
| Cholesterol 265.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2339.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 196.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 62.3g | |
| Protein 57.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1238.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 820.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories