Roasted Strawberry Whipped Ricotta Toast Recipe
This Roasted Strawberry Whipped Ricotta Toast combines the natural sweetness of slow-roasted strawberries with creamy, fluffy ricotta cheese spread over toasted crusty bread. Enhanced with honey, balsamic vinegar, and fresh thyme, this elegant toast offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a light snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Toast
- 2 slices crusty bread (like sourdough or baguette)
For the Roasted Strawberries
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved or quartered
- 1 tablespoon honey (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- Pinch of salt
For the Whipped Ricotta
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Pinch of salt
For Garnish
- ½ teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for roasting the strawberries.
- Prepare strawberries: In a bowl, toss fresh halved or quartered strawberries with honey, balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of salt until evenly coated. Spread the strawberries in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast strawberries: Roast the strawberries in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until they become soft, juicy, and slightly caramelized, which intensifies their sweetness.
- Whip ricotta: While the strawberries roast, place ricotta cheese in a small bowl. Add olive oil and a pinch of salt, then whip vigorously until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, creating a creamy spread.
- Toast the bread: Toast the slices of crusty bread in a skillet over medium heat or in a toaster until they are golden brown and crisp, ensuring a crunchy base for the toppings.
- Assemble toast: Generously spread the whipped ricotta over each slice of toasted bread, creating a velvety layer.
- Add roasted strawberries: Spoon the warm roasted strawberries evenly over the ricotta layer. Optionally, drizzle more honey on top for added sweetness.
- Garnish and serve: Finish by sprinkling fresh thyme leaves and a pinch of black pepper over each toast. Serve immediately to enjoy optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use ripe, fresh strawberries for the best natural sweetness.
- Crusty breads like sourdough or baguette provide the best texture contrast.
- Adjust honey quantity to taste depending on your sweetness preference.
- Fresh thyme adds a subtle herbal note but can be substituted with mint or basil if desired.
- The whipped ricotta can be prepared ahead and kept refrigerated, but assemble just before serving to keep the toast crisp.
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