Description
This Peach Bruschetta With Whipped Ricotta is a refreshing and elegant summer appetizer featuring juicy peaches, creamy ricotta, and crisp toasted bread. Perfect for brunch, July celebrations, or light dinner parties, it’s quick, customizable, and always crowd-pleasing.
Ingredients
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- For the Ricotta Base:
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- For the Toppings:
- 2 fresh peaches, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic glaze or reduction
- A few fresh mint or basil leaves (chopped or torn)
- For the Bread:
- 1 French baguette or sourdough loaf
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing)
- Optional Add-Ons:
- Crushed pistachios
- Drizzle of hot honey
- Sprinkle of sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Prep the Bread: Slice baguette diagonally into ½-inch thick slices. Brush both sides with olive oil and toast in a skillet or oven at 400°F for 5–6 minutes, flipping once until golden and crisp.
- Whip the Ricotta: In a food processor or with a hand mixer, blend ricotta with lemon zest, honey (if using), and salt until smooth and fluffy, about 1 minute.
- Slice the Peaches: Wash and thinly slice peaches. Pat with paper towel if overly juicy. Peeling is optional.
- Assemble the Bruschetta: Spread whipped ricotta on toasted bread. Top with peach slices, drizzle with olive oil or balsamic glaze, and garnish with herbs or optional toppings.
- Serve Fresh: Serve immediately while bread is crisp and peaches are fresh.
Notes
- Use whole milk ricotta for best texture and flavor.
- Strain ricotta if watery to ensure a fluffy base.
- Toast bread just before serving to keep it crisp.
- Swap peaches with nectarines or plums for variation.
- To make ahead, prep ricotta and toast separately, then assemble on site.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Peach Bruschetta, Whipped Ricotta Appetizer, Summer Peach Recipes, July Appetizers, Easy Party Bites