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Sweet & DessertIntermediate15 min
Creamsicle Citrus Ricotta Crostini
This crostini is a sophisticated nod to the classic Creamsicle, balancing creamy whole milk ricotta with bright, sweet orange zest and a hint of vanilla. The crunch of pistachios and a final drizzle of honey elevate this appetizer into a perfect, refreshing summer treat.
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Ingredients
- •baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
- •tablespoons olive oil
- •cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- •tablespoons honey, plus more for drizzling
- •teaspoon fresh orange zest
- •1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- •1/4 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
- •Pinch of sea salt
- •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 for 8 minutes
- 2minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp. Remove and let cool completely.
- 3In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 2 tablespoons of honey, orange zest, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Mix gently until just combined and fluffy.
- 4Spread a generous spoonful of the orange
- 5ricotta mixture evenly onto each cooled crostini base.
- 6Sprinkle the chopped pistachios over the ricotta for texture. Drizzle each crostini with a small amount of extra honey.
- 7Garnish each piece with a tiny fresh mint leaf before serving immediately.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
For an elegant pairing, serve this sweet crostini with a chilled glass of Moscato d'Asti, whose light effervescence and sweet, peachy notes complement the citrus and honey beautifully.
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