Strawberry Ricotta Bruschetta
A delightful and fresh appetizer featuring creamy ricotta and sweet strawberries on crispy baguette slices, perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 French baguette, sliced into ½-inch thick rounds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk preferred)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, finely sliced (for garnish)
- Balsamic glaze, to drizzle on top
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the sliced baguette rounds on a baking sheet.
- Brush each slice with olive oil.
- Bake for 6–8 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
- Mix the ricotta cheese with a sprinkle of salt and black pepper.
- Chop the fresh strawberries into small pieces.
- Spread a generous layer of the ricotta mixture onto each toasted baguette slice.
- Spoon the chopped strawberries onto the ricotta-covered slices.
- Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the top.
- Garnish with finely sliced fresh basil leaves.
- Serve immediately to enjoy fresh and vibrant flavors!
Notes
For best results, enjoy your bruschetta fresh. Store components separately for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg