Description
Indulge in the delicious flavors of Roasted Strawberry Whipped Ricotta Toast today. Discover a new breakfast favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) fresh strawberries, hulled and halved (or quartered if large)
- 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) balsamic vinegar (optional but recommended)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1 cup (245g) whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) honey
- Zest of half a lemon
- Pinch of salt
- 4 slices artisanal bread (sourdough or brioche work beautifully)
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil or butter
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
- Honey or maple syrup for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Roast the Strawberries Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, gently toss the hulled and halved strawberries with sugar, balsamic vinegar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Spread them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, giving them plenty of space. Roast for 15-20 minutes until the strawberries have softened, released their juices, and begun to caramelize at the edges. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly while preparing the other components. The strawberries will continue to release juice as they cool, creating a beautiful natural syrup.
- Step 2: Prepare the Whipped Ricotta While the strawberries are roasting, place the ricotta cheese in a food processor along with heavy cream, honey, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Process for 2-3 minutes until completely smooth and airy, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides. The ricotta should transform from grainy to silky and nearly doubled in volume. Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate until ready to use, or if serving immediately, keep at room temperature for easier spreading.
- Step 3: Toast the Bread Brush both sides of each bread slice lightly with olive oil or spread with butter. Toast in a skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp around the edges but still slightly soft in the center. Alternatively, use a toaster or broiler, watching carefully to prevent burning. If desired, rub the hot toast with a cut garlic clove for an additional layer of flavor.
- Step 4: Assemble the Toast Spread a generous layer of the whipped ricotta on each piece of toast, creating swoops and swirls with the back of a spoon for texture. Spoon the roasted strawberries and their juices over the ricotta. Finish with a light drizzle of honey or maple syrup if desired, and garnish with torn fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately while the toast is still warm and the contrast between the cool ricotta and warm strawberries is at its peak.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg