Creamy Garlic Ricotta Bake
Creamy Garlic Ricotta Bake is a warm, fluffy air fryer dish made with ricotta, Parmesan, roasted garlic, rosemary, and lemon. Rich and creamy with a lightly golden top, it works beautifully as an appetizer, dip, side dish, or warm cheese dish for sharing.
Equipment
- Baking dish 15 cm
- Fork
- medium bowl
- spoon
Ingredients
- 2 cloves roasted garlic peeled
- 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 large egg beaten
- 3/4 tablespoon olive oil
- 3/4 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 180°C for 3 minutes.
- Place the roasted garlic in a medium bowl.
- Mash the garlic with the back of a fork until a smooth paste forms.
- Add the ricotta, Parmesan, beaten egg, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and rosemary.
- Stir until evenly combined.
- Spoon the ricotta mixture into an ungreased baking dish 15 cm.
- Place the baking dish in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 7 minutes until the mixture is set, warmed through, and lightly golden on top.
- Serve warm.
Notes & Wine Advice
Recipe Notes
Roasted garlic works particularly well in this recipe because its flavor is softer and sweeter than raw garlic. Mash it thoroughly before adding the other ingredients so it is evenly distributed throughout the ricotta. Ricotta can contain quite a lot of moisture. If yours is particularly wet, allow it to drain briefly before mixing to prevent the finished dish from becoming watery. Do not overcook the ricotta. It should be heated through and lightly set while remaining soft and creamy in the centre. Serve warm with fresh vegetables, alongside grilled meat or fish, or as part of a cheese or charcuterie platter.Wine Advice
A crisp Sauvignon Blanc pairs nicely with the creamy ricotta, Parmesan, roasted garlic, lemon, and rosemary. Its freshness balances the richness of the cheeses.Nutrition values
Serving: 1 gr | Calories: 260 kcal | Carbohydrates: 7 g | Protein: 16 g | Fat: 19 g | Saturated Fat: 10 g | Sodium: 430 mg | Sugar: 2 g