Salami chips are an easy appetizer that can impress any crowd! Thin slices of salami are baked until perfectly crispy and topped with whipped ricotta and drizzled with hot honey for the perfect bite. These easy appetizer recipe is going to be a hit at your next party!
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This salami and cheese appetizer is simple yet loaded with flavor-salty, sweet, spicy, and tangy, all in one small bite. It's the perfect addition to your hors d'oeuvre platter, along with my Caju deviled eggs and beet and goat cheese bites!
📖Why My Recipe Works
- Big on Flavor- This salami appetizer has the perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors and creamy and crispy textures, making it the perfect finger food.
- Easy to Serve- It's great for serving at room temp, making it easy to prepare them hours ahead and serve them for gatherings.
🧾Ingredient Notes
- Salami- Salami should be thinly sliced to make the chips crispy and around 2-3 inches round to hold the toppings. You can also use large pepperoni.
- Ricotta- Use ricotta or a mix of ricotta and mascarpone. I do not recommend using other types of cheese, especially feta, since it is too salty.
- Honey- You can use hot honey or make your own with hot sauce.
- Hot Sauce- Use a vinegar-based hot sauce like tabasco to mix with honey. You can add less or skip it if you don't like spicy.
- Fresh Chives- A little pop of color, fresh parsley works too.
⏲️How to Make Salami Crisps with Ricotta
- Arrange the salami on a baking sheet in a single layer without overlapping. Bake for 10 minutes or until the edges are crisp.
- Transfer them to a plate with paper towels to soak up any extra oil. Let them cool down a bit before adding any toppings.
- Using a food processor or handheld mixer, whip the ricotta cheese until smooth and creamy. It should be good to go if there are no big lumps. You can add a pinch of salt if desired.
In a separate bowl, whisk together honey and hot sauce. Adjust the taste to your preference.
- Add the dollops of whipped ricotta and honey drizzle just before serving to keep the chips crispy.
Expert Tips
- If you want to make salami cups, use 4-inch sliced salami. It shrinks when you bake it, so you need a bigger slice to form the cup.
- Warm the honey to make it easier to mix with the hot sauce.
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Salami Chips with Whipped Honey
Ingredients
- 4 ounces salami 2 to 3 inch in diameter
- 1 cup ricotta
- ¼ cup honey warmed slightly
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce like tabasco
- 2 Tablespoons minced fresh chives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 F degrees. Lay the salami out on a sheet pan in a single layer. Bake for 10 minutes until the edges are crisp. Drain on a paper towel.4 ounces salami
- While the salami is baking, place the ricotta in a small food processor (or use a handheld mixer) and process until smooth. About 2 minutes, there may be a few small lumps.1 cup ricotta
- Place the salami crisps on your serving platter. Top with a dollap of whipped ricotta cheese. Mix the hot sauce and honey and drizzle over the honey. Sprinkle with chives.¼ cup honey, 2 teaspoons hot sauce, 2 Tablespoons minced fresh chives
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Notes
- You can also use storebought hot honey instead of making your own.
- Serve at room temperature.
Samantha says
These had so much flavor. They disappeared in minutes