Whipped Ricotta Crostini with Walnuts & Salted Honey
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Whipped Ricotta Crostini with Walnuts & Salted Honey, a perfect appetizer for any occasion. This easy-to-make dish features creamy ricotta whipped to perfection, topped with crunchy walnuts and a sweet drizzle of honey. The contrast of textures and flavors makes these crostini a crowd-pleaser at gatherings or an elegant addition to your dinner table. With the option to prepare the ricotta ahead of time, you can spend more moments enjoying your guests while offering them a gourmet experience that feels special yet is simple to craft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound whole milk ricotta
- Zest of ½ – 1 lemon
- Fine kosher salt
- 1 baguette or focaccia, sliced into rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup walnuts, chopped
- ¼ cup honey
- Fresh thyme sprigs
- Flaky finishing salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
- In a food processor, blend ricotta, lemon zest, and kosher salt until smooth.
- Brush sliced bread with olive oil and toast on a baking sheet for about 7 minutes until golden.
- Toast walnuts in a pan over medium heat for around 5 minutes until aromatic.
- Assemble by spreading whipped ricotta on toasted bread, topping with walnuts, thyme, honey, and flaky salt just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crostini (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg