Description
A delightful blend of roasted strawberries and creamy whipped ricotta, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon honey (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 slices crusty bread, toasted
- Fresh thyme or basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with honey, balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of salt. Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- While the strawberries are roasting, prepare the whipped ricotta. In a bowl, combine ricotta, honey, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Toast your slices of bread until golden and crispy.
- Spread a generous amount of whipped ricotta on each piece of toast.
- Top with the roasted strawberries, spooning the warm fruit over the ricotta. Drizzle with extra honey.
- If desired, garnish with thyme or basil leaves. Serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure strawberries are ripe for the best flavor and watch the toast closely to avoid burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg