Description
A simple and delightful appetizer featuring creamy ricotta cheese, fresh summer berries, and a drizzle of honey on toasted baguette slices. This Ricotta Crostini with Summer Berries is perfect for any summer gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf Baguette
- 1 cup Ricotta Cheese
- 2 cups Mixed Summer Berries
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1/4 cup Mint Leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Slice the baguette into 1-1/2 inch diagonal pieces.
- Spread approximately one tablespoon of ricotta cheese evenly on each slice.
- Top each cheese-covered slice with 3-5 fresh berries.
- Drizzle a teaspoon of honey over each crostini.
- Sprinkle chopped mint leaves on top (optional).
- Serve immediately to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Try adding a squeeze of lemon for a zesty twist.
- Assemble just before serving to prevent sogginess.
- For a vegan option, use plant-based ricotta and a vegan baguette.
- Experiment with other seasonal fruits like peaches or figs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg