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Dairy ingredient guide
Ricotta Cheese Recipes
Ricotta cheese is a soft, creamy dairy ingredient with a mild, slightly sweet flavor that works beautifully in both savory and sweet recipes. Its light texture makes it ideal for lasagna, stuffed shells, gnocchi, ravioli fillings, dips, toast, pancakes, and baked desserts.
In savory cooking, ricotta adds richness without feeling too heavy. It can be layered into pasta bakes, whipped with herbs for a spread, dolloped onto pizza, or stirred into sauces for a creamy finish.
For desserts and breakfasts, ricotta brings moisture and tenderness to cakes, pancakes, muffins, cheesecakes, and cannoli-style fillings. It pairs especially well with citrus, honey, berries, chocolate, and warm spices.
Nutrition reference
Nutrition per 100g
Reference values for comparison and meal planning. Check product labels for strict diets or allergies.
Calories174 kcal
Protein11.3g
Fat13g
Carbs3g
Sugar0.3g
Fiberg
Sodium84mg
Gluten-freeyes
Lactose-freeno
Dairy-freeno
Cooking guide
How to use Ricotta Cheese in recipes
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Popular recipes
Most Popular Recipes with Ricotta Cheese
Top published DandyRecipes posts that use this ingredient or one of its internal variants.
10 min
Baked Gnocchi with Zucchini, Herby Ricotta, and Garlic Bread
This baked gnocchi recipe combines tender potato gnocchi with zucchini, marinara and melty mozzarella, topped with herby ricotta...
45 min
Cheesy Baked Penne with Zucchini and Herbed Ricotta
This baked penne casserole layers tender pasta, zucchini and marinara with creamy herbed ricotta and a blanket of...
35 min
Hearty Pork Meatball and Kale Soup with Israeli Couscous
A comforting one-pot soup featuring fluffy ricotta pork meatballs, tender kale and al dente Israeli couscous in a...
25 min
Zucchini Tomato Ricotta Flatbreads with Honey and Chili
Crispy flatbreads topped with creamy lemon ricotta, roasted zucchini and tomatoes, then finished with fresh basil, chili flakes...
10 min
Crispy Flatbreads with Lemon Basil Ricotta, Zucchini, and Balsamic Glaze
Golden flatbreads topped with creamy lemon basil ricotta, tender zucchini, melted Italian cheese, fresh basil and a tangy...
30 min
Brown Butter Gemelli with Asparagus, Walnuts, and Lemony Ricotta
Twisty gemelli pasta tossed in a nutty brown butter sauce with tender asparagus, topped with creamy lemony ricotta,...
25 min
Fluffy Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Sausage and Orange Wedges
These lemon ricotta pancakes are impossibly light and tender, thanks to the ricotta cheese. Served with savory sausage...
15 min
Charred Grape Tomato and Herby Ricotta Toasts with Walnuts and Balsamic Glaze
Crispy sourdough toasts topped with creamy herby ricotta, sweet charred tomatoes, crunchy walnuts and a drizzle of balsamic...
30 min
Fluffy Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Sausage and Orange Wedges
Light, tender lemon ricotta pancakes paired with savory sausage and fresh orange wedges for a perfect breakfast.
5 min
Cheesy Baked Tortelloni with Marinara and Toasted Ciabatta
Tender cheese tortelloni baked in herby marinara, topped with mozzarella and ricotta, then broiled until bubbly. Served with...
25 min
Zucchini and Tomato Flatbreads with Lemon Ricotta and Honey
Crispy flatbreads topped with creamy lemon ricotta, sautéed zucchini and burst tomatoes, finished with fresh basil, chili flakes...
10 min
Zucchini and Tomato Flatbreads with Lemon Ricotta and Honey
These zucchini and tomato flatbreads are topped with creamy lemon ricotta, fresh basil and a drizzle of honey...
10 min
Cheesy Baked Penne with Zucchini and Herbed Ricotta
A comforting baked pasta dish with penne, zucchini, creamy herbed ricotta and melted mozzarella in rich marinara sauce.
10 min
Baked Zucchini Penne Pasta with Herbed Ricotta and Mozzarella
This baked zucchini penne pasta combines tender penne, grated zucchini and a rich marinara sauce, layered with herbed...
45 min
Lemon Ricotta Flatbreads with Zucchini, Tomatoes, and Honey
Crispy flatbreads topped with creamy lemon ricotta, sautéed zucchini, roasted tomatoes and a drizzle of honey with chili...
10 min
Roasted Butternut Squash and Caramelized Onion Flatbreads with Thyme Ricotta
These crispy flatbreads are topped with sweet caramelized onions, roasted butternut squash, creamy ricotta and melted mozzarella for...
40 min
Hearty Pork Meatball and Kale Soup with Israeli Couscous
This comforting one-pot soup features fluffy ricotta pork meatballs, tender kale and al dente Israeli couscous in a...
5 min
Crispy Flatbreads with Spiced Chicken Sausage, Roasted Broccoli & Ricotta
Golden flatbreads topped with creamy ricotta, spiced chicken sausage and crispy roasted broccoli, finished with a drizzle of...
25 min
Lemon Ricotta Flatbreads with Zucchini, Tomato, and Honey
Crispy flatbreads topped with creamy lemon ricotta, sautéed zucchini, juicy tomatoes and a drizzle of honey with chili...
10 min
Lemony Ricotta Flatbreads with Zucchini, Tomatoes, and Honey
These crispy flatbreads are topped with creamy lemon ricotta, sautéed zucchini and juicy grape tomatoes, then finished with...
10 min
Cheesy Zucchini Penne Bake with Herbed Ricotta and Marinara
A comforting baked pasta dish featuring penne, zucchini, herbed ricotta and a rich marinara sauce, topped with melted...
5 min
Creamy Tomato Mushroom Ravioli with Ricotta Dollop
Indulge in a quick and delicious mushroom ravioli dish featuring a creamy tomato sauce, sweet grape tomatoes and...
10 min
Cheesy Baked Penne with Zucchini and Herbed Ricotta
A comforting baked penne casserole layered with tender zucchini, creamy herbed ricotta, rich marinara and a golden mozzarella...
10 min
Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts and Ricotta Flatbreads with Parmesan
Crispy flatbreads topped with herby lemon ricotta, tender shredded Brussels sprouts, Italian cheeses and a drizzle of hot...
25 min
Lemon Ricotta Flatbreads with Zucchini, Tomato, and Honey
Crispy flatbreads topped with creamy lemon ricotta, sautéed zucchini and roasted tomatoes, finished with fresh basil, chili flakes...
10 min
Lemon Ricotta Flatbreads with Zucchini, Tomatoes, and Honey-Chili Drizzle
Crispy flatbreads topped with creamy lemon ricotta, sautéed zucchini and burst tomatoes, finished with fresh herbs, chili flakes...
10 min
Lemon Ricotta Flatbreads with Zucchini, Tomatoes, and Honey-Chili Drizzle
Crispy flatbreads topped with creamy lemon ricotta, sautéed zucchini and burst tomatoes, finished with a honey-chili herb garnish.
10 min
Lemony Ricotta Flatbreads with Roasted Zucchini and Tomatoes
Crispy flatbreads topped with creamy lemon ricotta, roasted zucchini and sweet grape tomatoes, finished with a drizzle of...
10 min
Crispy Flatbreads with Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts and Ricotta
Golden flatbreads topped with herby lemon ricotta, tender shredded Brussels sprouts, Italian cheeses and a drizzle of hot...
10 min
Crispy Brussels Sprouts and Ricotta Flatbreads with Hot Honey
Crispy flatbreads topped with herby ricotta, tender shredded Brussels sprouts, Italian cheese and a drizzle of hot honey.
10 min
Lemony Ricotta Flatbreads with Roasted Zucchini and Tomatoes
Crispy flatbreads topped with creamy lemon ricotta, tender zucchini and burst tomatoes, finished with fresh herbs, chili flakes...
25 min
Zucchini Tomato Flatbreads with Lemon Ricotta and Honey
These veggie flatbreads are topped with creamy lemon ricotta, sautéed zucchini, juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, chili flakes and...
10 min
Crispy Flatbreads with Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts and Ricotta
These crispy flatbreads are topped with herby lemon ricotta, tender shredded Brussels sprouts, melted Italian cheeses and a...
15 min
Grilled Bavette Steak and Asparagus Salad with Farro, Mushrooms, and Lemony Ricotta
Fire-grilled bavette steak meets a hearty farro salad with asparagus, mushrooms and a creamy lemony ricotta base. This...
25 min
Grilled Plum and Ricotta Flatbreads with Charred Onion and Arugula
Sweet grilled plums, creamy ricotta and charred red onion come together on crispy flatbread for a quick and...
10 min
Crispy Ricotta Fritters with Roasted Sweet Potato and Spinach Salad
Golden, creamy ricotta fritters served over a fresh spinach salad with roasted sweet potatoes and crunchy almonds -...
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What can I cook with Ricotta Cheese?
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How many DandyRecipes use Ricotta Cheese?
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