Roasted Strawberry Whipped Ricotta Toast (Printable)
Crispy toast meets creamy whipped ricotta topped with honey-roasted strawberries for an elegant breakfast or brunch.
# What You'll Need:
→ Roasted Strawberries
01 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - 2 tablespoons honey
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
04 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Whipped Ricotta
05 - 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
06 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream
07 - 1 tablespoon honey
08 - Zest of 1 lemon
09 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Toast
10 - 4 thick slices crusty sourdough or country bread
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or unsalted butter
→ Garnish
12 - Fresh mint leaves
13 - Additional honey for drizzling
14 - Crushed pistachios or toasted almonds
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss strawberries with honey, vanilla extract, and sea salt on the prepared baking sheet. Spread in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes until soft and syrupy. Set aside to cool slightly.
03 - Combine ricotta, heavy cream, honey, lemon zest, and salt in a medium bowl. Whip with a handheld mixer or whisk until light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
04 - Brush bread slices lightly with olive oil or butter. Toast in a skillet over medium heat or under a broiler until golden and crisp.
05 - Spread a generous layer of whipped ricotta on each toast. Top with roasted strawberries and their juices.
06 - Garnish with mint leaves, a drizzle of honey, and nuts if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The contrast of warm, jammy strawberries against cool, fluffy ricotta is the kind of simple pleasure that makes weekend mornings feel special
- Whipping the ricotta transforms it from ordinary cheese into something cloudlike and luxurious, yet the whole dish comes together in under 40 minutes
02 -
- The roasted strawberries can be made up to three days ahead and kept in the fridge - the flavors actually get better with time
- Don't skip whipping the ricotta, it's the difference between a decent breakfast and something that feels like it came from a fancy café
03 -
- If your ricotta seems slightly watery, drain it in a sieve for about 15 minutes before whipping to ensure the fluffiest texture
- A light drizzle of good quality olive oil over the finished toast adds a lovely savory note that balances all the sweetness