Description

This Quick Peach Bruschetta with Whipped Ricotta is a vibrant summer appetizer featuring crispy toasted baguette slices topped with creamy ricotta, juicy peaches, fresh basil, and a drizzle of honey. It’s the perfect blend of sweet, savory, creamy, and crunchy flavors.

Ingredients

1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese

1 teaspoon lemon zest

1–2 teaspoons honey (plus more for drizzling)

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

2 ripe peaches, thinly sliced

Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Freshly cracked black pepper, optional

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and lightly brush with olive oil.
Toast the slices in the oven for 8–10 minutes until golden and crisp. Let cool slightly.
In a bowl, whip the ricotta with lemon zest, honey, and sea salt until light and creamy (2–3 minutes by hand or 1 minute with a hand mixer).
Spread a generous layer of whipped ricotta over each toasted baguette slice.
Top each slice with thinly sliced peaches.
Drizzle with additional honey and garnish with torn basil leaves.
Optionally, add a pinch of freshly cracked black pepper.
Serve immediately while the toast is still crisp and fresh.

Notes

Use nectarines or plums as fruit variations.

Add balsamic glaze for a tangy twist.

Herbed ricotta or prosciutto can be added for a savory version.

Whipped ricotta can be made a day in advance and stored in the fridge.

Toast the bread in the oven or grill it for extra flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Toasted
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bruschetta piece
Calories: 145
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 170mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 10mg