Go Back
Finished dish of roasted carrots with whipped ricotta served family-style Image title: Family-Style Roasted Carrot Platter

Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey

A delightful and savory dish featuring tender roasted carrots topped with creamy whipped ricotta and a drizzle of hot honey.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Carrots Peeled and cut into sticks.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For roasting the carrots.
  • to taste Salt For seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper For seasoning.
  • 1 cup Ricotta cheese For whipping.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey For sweetness in the ricotta.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Adjust to taste for heat.
  • as needed Fresh herbs Such as parsley or thyme for garnish.

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the carrot sticks with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and caramelized, turning halfway through for even cooking.
  4. In a mixing bowl, add the ricotta cheese, honey, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Using a hand mixer or a whisk, whip the mixture until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
  6. Once the carrots are roasted, arrange them on a serving platter.
  7. Spoon the whipped ricotta over the warm roasted carrots.
  8. Finish by drizzling additional honey over the top and garnishing with fresh herbs.

Notes

Enjoy your Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey, a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors!