Spiced Peach Ricotta Crostini
Crispy toasted baguette slices topped with creamy ricotta, sweet juicy peaches, fresh herbs, and a sprinkle of chili spice—perfect as a summer appetizer or elegant brunch bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12–16 crostini 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 French baguette, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (or Aleppo pepper)
- Sea salt to taste
- Fresh parsley or mint, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: drizzle of honey or balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes or until golden and crisp.
- Let crostini cool slightly, then spread each slice with a generous spoonful of ricotta.
- Top with fresh peach slices, gently pressing them into the ricotta.
- Sprinkle with chili powder or Aleppo pepper and a pinch of sea salt.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or mint.
- For added sweetness or acidity, drizzle with honey or balsamic glaze just before serving.
Notes
- Use the ripest peaches for the best flavor.
- Can be made vegetarian by skipping the honey or using a plant-based alternative.
- Great served immediately while the crostini are still slightly warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crostini
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: peach crostini, summer appetizer, ricotta toast, brunch recipe, vegetarian snack
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