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Cheese & DairyIntermediate15 min
Saffron Sunrise Ricotta Crostini
These vibrant, sun-colored crostini are a perfect celebration of happiness and color, inspired by the spirit of World Emoji Day. A creamy, subtly sweet saffron-infused ricotta is spread over crisp baguette slices, then topped with a bright, tangy apricot preserve.
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Ingredients
- •baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- •tablespoons olive oil
- •oz fresh whole milk ricotta cheese
- •1/4-Pinch of sea salt
- •tablespoon honey
- •Pinch of sea salt
- •tablespoons apricot preserves
- •Microgreens or finely chopped pistachios for garnish
Prep Steps
- 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush baguette slices with olive oil and toast for 8 minutes
- 2minutes until golden and crisp.
- 3In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, crushed saffron threads, honey, and sea salt. Mix gently until the saffron has evenly distributed its color and flavor.
- 4Once the crostini are cool, spread a generous layer of the saffron ricotta mixture onto each slice.
- 5Top the ricotta with a small dollop of apricot preserves and garnish with a few microgreens or a sprinkle of chopped pistachios for color and texture, then serve immediately.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
For a deeper saffron flavor, steep the threads in a teaspoon of warm milk for 10 minutes before adding the liquid and threads to the ricotta. A crisp, dry Prosecco or a light, floral Viognier would pair beautifully with the sweet and savory notes.
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