Roasted Strawberry Whipped Ricotta Toast (Printable Version)

Crispy toast with fluffy lemon ricotta topped with honey-roasted strawberries.

# What You'll Need:

→ Roasted Strawberries

01 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - 2 tablespoons honey
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
04 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Whipped Ricotta

05 - 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
06 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream
07 - 1 tablespoon honey
08 - Zest of 1 lemon
09 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Toast

10 - 4 thick slices crusty sourdough or country bread
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or unsalted butter

→ Garnish

12 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)
13 - Additional honey, for drizzling
14 - Crushed pistachios or toasted almonds (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
02 - On the prepared baking sheet, toss strawberries with honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Spread in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes until soft and syrupy. Set aside to cool slightly.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, heavy cream, honey, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Using a handheld mixer or whisk, whip until light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
04 - Brush bread slices lightly with olive oil or butter. Toast in a skillet over medium heat or under a broiler until golden and crisp.
05 - Spread a generous layer of whipped ricotta on each toast. Top with roasted strawberries and their juices.
06 - Garnish with mint leaves, a drizzle of honey, and nuts if desired. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The whipped ricotta becomes impossibly light and airy almost like a dessert
  • Roasting strawberries intensifies their natural sweetness into something magical
02 -
  • Let the roasted strawberries cool slightly so they do not melt the whipped ricotta instantly
  • The ricotta can be whipped up to a day ahead and kept chilled
03 -
  • Do not skip the lemon zest it makes everything taste brighter and fresher
  • Extra roasted strawberries keep beautifully in the fridge for up to three days

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