Roasted Carrots with Whipped Ricotta and Hot Honey

1 cup whole-milk ricotta
2 tbsp milk or heavy cream
1 tbsp olive oil
Zest of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper, to taste
Hot Honey:
¼ cup honey
½ tsp red pepper flakes (or to taste)
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
Optional Garnishes: