Simple Peach Bruschetta with Whipped Ricotta
A vibrant appetizer featuring crispy bread topped with whipped ricotta, juicy peaches, and a hint of honey.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fresh Peaches: 2-3 ripe, juicy peaches
- Baguette or Crusty Bread: 1 loaf, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
- Ricotta Cheese: 1 cup
- Honey: 2 tablespoons
- Fresh Basil Leaves: 1/4 cup
- Salt: 1 pinch
- Pepper: to taste
- Olive Oil: for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices and arrange them on a baking sheet.
- Brush each slice lightly with olive oil.
- Toast the bread for about 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Combine the ricotta cheese, honey, salt, and pepper in a bowl and whip until creamy and fluffy.
- Wash the peaches, remove the pits, and cut them into small chunks.
- Spread whipped ricotta on each toasted slice of baguette.
- Top with peach chunks, add basil leaves, and drizzle with honey.
Notes
This dish is best served immediately while the bread is warm and toasty. You can prepare the whipped ricotta and peach topping ahead of time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: peach bruschetta, summer appetizer, whipped ricotta, easy appetizer, healthy snack