Peach Bruschetta With Whipped Ricotta (Print View)
Bright bites of peaches and whipped ricotta on crisp toasted baguette with basil and honey, ready in 22 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Whipped Ricotta
01 - 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
02 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream
03 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
04 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
→ Bruschetta
05 - 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Peach Topping
07 - 2 ripe peaches, pitted and thinly sliced
08 - 1 tablespoon honey, plus extra for drizzling
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
→ Garnishes
10 - Fresh basil leaves, torn
11 - Freshly cracked black pepper
12 - Flaky sea salt
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet, brush both sides with olive oil, and toast for 5 to 7 minutes until golden and crisp. Allow to cool slightly.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, heavy cream, lemon zest, and sea salt. Using a hand mixer or whisk, beat mixture until light and creamy, approximately 2 minutes.
03 - In a separate bowl, gently toss peach slices with honey and lemon juice until evenly coated.
04 - Spread a generous spoonful of whipped ricotta onto each toasted baguette slice.
05 - Top each prepared slice with several marinated peach slices. Drizzle extra honey over if desired.
06 - Finish with torn basil leaves, cracked black pepper, and a pinch of flaky sea salt. Serve promptly.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- This appetizer is as impressive as it is effortless, and no one will guess how quick it comes together.
- It brings all the fresh, bright flavors of summer with the comfort of good bread and creamy cheese.
02 -
- If you skip whipping the ricotta, it just doesn’t have that lush, spreadable texture—I learned this after an impatient attempt.
- Grilling the bread gives an irresistible smokiness, especially if you’re already outside for a summer meal.
03 -
- Always use ripe peaches but not too soft, or they’ll turn mushy on the bread.
- Whipping the ricotta with cream until cloud-like is the best-kept trick for perfect texture every time.