Roasted Strawberry Whipped Ricotta Toast (Printer-friendly)
Creamy ricotta spread over crisp toast, topped with sweet roasted strawberries for an elegant breakfast or snack.
# What You Need:
→ Roasted Strawberries
01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
03 - 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
04 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Whipped Ricotta
05 - 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
06 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream
07 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
08 - 1 teaspoon honey
09 - Pinch of salt
→ Assembly
10 - 4 slices crusty sourdough or country bread
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
12 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish
13 - Cracked black pepper for garnish
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss the strawberries with honey, balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of salt. Spread them on the baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 15-20 minutes until soft and syrupy. Let cool slightly.
03 - Combine ricotta, heavy cream, lemon zest, honey, and a pinch of salt in a food processor or with a hand mixer. Whip until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
04 - Brush both sides of the bread slices with olive oil. Toast in a hot skillet or under the broiler until golden and crisp, about 2 minutes per side.
05 - Spread generous amounts of whipped ricotta onto each toast. Top with roasted strawberries and drizzle with any roasting juices. Garnish with fresh mint and cracked black pepper if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The roasted strawberries become jammy and concentrated, turning simple ricotta into something that feels fancy enough for brunch but easy enough for a Tuesday
- That tangy balsamic note cuts through the creamy ricotta in a way that makes every bite feel balanced and complete
02 -
- The ricotta mixture can be made a day ahead and kept in the fridge, but it firms up so give it a quick whip again before using
- Do not skip cooling the roasted strawberries slightly because hot fruit will melt the ricotta too fast and make everything slide right off the toast
03 -
- Pat the strawberries dry before roasting if they are really wet from washing, otherwise they will steam instead of roast
- Room temperature ricotta whips up smoother and creamier than cold ricotta