Fig Honey Ricotta Crostini: A Quick, Elegant Delight!
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An easy party starter with elegant flavor and creamy texture, perfect for any gathering.
- Author: Caroline Jones
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Toasting and Spreading
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2 inch rounds
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 6–8 fresh figs, sliced
- 3 tbsp honey (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- Pinch of flaky sea salt (optional)
- Drizzle the baguette slices with olive oil and toast them at 375°F for 7–8 minutes until golden and crisp.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta with 1 tbsp honey until smooth and creamy.
- Generously spread the whipped ricotta onto each toasted crostini.
- Top each slice with 1–2 fig slices.
- Drizzle with honey and sprinkle fresh thyme or flaky salt if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to add other toppings like nuts or different herbs for variation.
- Can be made ahead of time; assemble just before serving for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: ~140 per serving
- Protein: ~4g per serving