Roasted Strawberry Whipped Ricotta Toast
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Roasted Strawberry Whipped Ricotta Toast, a quick and elegant breakfast option that brings café-style dining to your kitchen. This easy-to-make recipe combines creamy whipped ricotta and sweet, balsamic-roasted strawberries atop crispy sourdough bread for a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Whether you’re looking for a sophisticated brunch dish or a light afternoon snack, this toast is not only visually appealing but also packed with wholesome ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cafe-style
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices crusty bread (sourdough or baguette)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved or quartered
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- ½ teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Pinch salt
- Pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Toss halved strawberries with honey, balsamic vinegar, and salt; spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast strawberries for 15–20 minutes until soft and caramelized.
- While the strawberries roast, whip ricotta cheese with olive oil and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Toast the slices of bread until golden brown.
- Spread whipped ricotta generously on each slice of toast.
- Top with roasted strawberries and drizzle with additional honey if desired.
- Garnish with fresh thyme leaves and a sprinkle of black pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of toasted bread topped with ricotta and strawberries (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 18mg