Savory Basil Pesto Cheesecake Dip

Savory Basil Pesto Cheesecake Dip combines the richness of cream cheese and ricotta with the bold flavor of basil pesto to create an irresistible appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a dinner party or a casual family gathering, this show-stopping dish will have everyone coming back for more! Once you get the ingredients together for this dip, it’s just a matter of mixing them all together, pouring them into a dish and then baking it!

Author: Weelicious

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Servings: 12 servings

Calories: 170 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 tbsp - butter
2 tablespoons - breadcrumbs or panko
2 tablespoons - parmesan cheese
½ cup - basil pesto
1 cup - ricotta cheese
8 ounces - cream cheese
2 - eggs
½ tsp - kosher salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Brush a 6-inch spring form pan (or parchment lined 8×8-baking dish, pie pan or 6 inch cake pan) with 1 tablespoon of melted butter.
In a small bowl, combine Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs and coat the buttered dish with the mixture pressing gently against the bottom and sides to get a uniform crust.
In a separate bowl, mix the remaining ingredients until smooth and pour into the dish.
Bake for 45-55 minutes until the center is set.
Allow to cool before cutting and/or releasing cheesecake from the spring form.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves or tomatoes and serve with a sliced baguette or crackers.

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