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Celebration Berry Ricotta and Honey Crostini
This vibrant crostini is a perfect tribute to the Juneteenth celebration, featuring a creamy, slightly sweet ricotta base. The fresh, jewel-toned berries and a drizzle of golden honey create a delightful balance of textures and flavors. It's a light, refreshing, and visually stunning appetizer.
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Ingredients
- •baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- •tablespoons olive oil
- •oz whole milk ricotta cheese
- •tablespoons honey, plus more for drizzling
- •teaspoon lemon zest
- •1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- •1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries
- •1/4 cup fresh raspberries
- •Pinch of sea salt
Prep Steps
- 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil and arrange on a baking sheet. Toast for 8 minutes
- 2minutes, or until golden and crisp.
- 3While the bread toasts, prepare the ricotta topping. In a small bowl, gently mix the ricotta cheese, 2 tablespoons of honey, lemon zest, vanilla extract (if using), and a pinch of sea salt until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 4Once the crostini are cooled, spread a generous layer of the honey ricotta mixture onto each slice.
- 5Top the ricotta with a mix of the sliced strawberries and whole raspberries.
- 6Finish with a final, light drizzle of honey over the berries and serve immediately.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
For a wine pairing, the sweetness and acidity of this crostini pair beautifully with a chilled, slightly effervescent Moscato d'Asti or a dry Rosé.
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