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Ricotta Honey Bruschetta

Creamy ricotta honey bruschetta on rustic toasted bread with thyme garnish

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A sweet and savory appetizer that captures Italian simplicity. Crisp toasted bread is topped with creamy seasoned ricotta, drizzled with honey and olive oil, and finished with fresh herbs. It is an effortlessly elegant starter ready in minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 baguette or rustic Italian loaf, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
  • 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 2-3 tablespoons high-quality extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 1-2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
  • Flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper
  • 3-4 tablespoons raw honey (acacia, wildflower, or orange blossom)
  • Optional: balsamic glaze, crushed red pepper flakes, or fresh figs for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven’s broiler or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Arrange bread slices in a single layer. Brush one side lightly with olive oil. Broil or grill for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp. Let cool slightly.
  3. While bread toasts, place ricotta in a bowl. Stir in a pinch of flaky salt, black pepper, and about 1 tablespoon of thyme. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  4. Spread a generous layer of the seasoned ricotta onto each toasted bread slice.
  5. Drizzle each piece lavishly with honey, then with a final drizzle of olive oil. Sprinkle with remaining thyme and another tiny pinch of flaky salt. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, assemble just before serving to prevent soggy bread. Use the best quality honey and olive oil you can for maximum flavor. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours, though the bread will soften.

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