Ingredients:

  • 15 oz whole milk ricotta
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 1.5 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme, finely chopped
  • 1 pinch flaky sea salt

Instructions:

  1. Place the drained 15 oz whole milk ricotta, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 0.5 tsp kosher salt, and 1 tsp lemon zest to your food processor.
  2. Process on high for 2 to 3 minutes until the texture is glassy and smooth.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 0.25 cup honey, 1.5 tsp red pepper flakes, and 1 tsp apple cider vinegar.
  4. Let the honey mixture sit for 5 minutes until the red pepper flakes look slightly plump.
  5. Spread the whipped cheese onto a shallow platter using the back of a spoon to create deep swirls.
  6. Pour the spicy honey mixture over the cheese, focusing on the indentations you created.
  7. Sprinkle the 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh thyme evenly over the top.
  8. Add a pinch flaky sea salt until the crystals catch the light.
  9. Serve immediately. Pair with warm crostini or fresh fruit for the ultimate brunch experience.