Blueberry Honey Whipped Ricotta Crostini
Blueberries, ricotta cheese and honey are paired to make this elegant party appetizer!
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 1 loaf french bread sliced into 1/4-inch thick slices (about 24)
- mint leaves and additional honey for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Spread both sides of bread slices with a very thin coat of butter. Place slices on a sheet pan and bake in preheated oven for 12 - 15 minutes until edges are crisp. Set aside to cool.
- While the bread slices are baking, add blueberries, lemon juice and honey to a medium bowl. Stir and set aside to macerate.
- In the bowl of a food processor or blender, add the ricotta cheese, cream and salt. Pulse until ricotta is smooth. Add lemon zest and pulse a few times to blend.
- Spread cooled bread with cheese mixture, dividing equally among the slices.
- Top the cheese with a spoonful of blueberries, dividing equally among the slices. Add a mint leaf to each.
- Transfer to a serving tray and enjoy!
Chef Tips
To plan ahead for a party, bake the crostini and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Top them right before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Blueberry Honey Whipped Ricotta Crostini
Amount per Serving
Calories
91
% Daily Value*
Fat
3
g
5
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Cholesterol
9
mg
3
%
Sodium
95
mg
4
%
Potassium
42
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
13
g
4
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
3
g
3
%
Protein
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
100
IU
2
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
30
mg
3
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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