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Sweet & DessertIntermediate15 min
Cranberry Orange Ricotta Holiday Crostini
This festive crostini captures the essence of the holidays with a vibrant cranberry-orange compote atop a cloud of creamy, sweetened ricotta. The crunchy toasted bread provides the perfect base for this sweet and tangy winter treat, making it an ideal appetizer or light dessert.
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Ingredients
- •small baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- •tablespoons olive oil
- •ounces whole milk ricotta cheese
- •tablespoons powdered sugar
- •1/2 teaspoon orange zest
- •1/4 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
- •tablespoon fresh orange juice
- •Pinch of ground cinnamon
- •Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Prep Steps
- 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil and toast on a baking sheet for 8 minutes
- 2minutes, or until golden and crisp.
- 3While the bread toasts, prepare the topping. In a small bowl, gently mix the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and orange zest until just combined and creamy.
- 4In a separate small bowl, stir together the cranberry sauce, fresh orange juice, and cinnamon to create a vibrant compote.
- 5Once the crostini are cooled, spread a generous layer of the sweetened ricotta mixture onto each slice.
- 6Top the ricotta with a small spoonful of the cranberry
- 7orange compote and garnish with a tiny fresh mint leaf for a pop of color.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
For an extra layer of flavor, lightly toast the baguette slices with a small sprinkle of cinnamon sugar before baking. This sweet crostini pairs beautifully with a slightly chilled Prosecco or a late-harvest Riesling to complement the fruit and acidity.
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