Peach Ricotta Crostini is a fun, easy appetizer for summer. Other than a quick grill (or toast in the oven) of the bread slices, there is no cooking required. Super impressive for a dinner party but super simple to make.
The grill isn't just for the main course! This grill appetizer recipe will become a new summer favorite.
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Ingredients you need:
You only need 7 easy to find ingredients to make this easy summer appetizer. Here's what you need:
- Baguette - sliced and either grilled or toasted in the oven. You can also use store-bought crostini.
- Olive Oil - If grilling the bread slices
- Ricotta - I recommend using whole milk ricotta. You can also make this Ricotta Bake Appetizer, Whipped Ricotta Dip with Honey, or One Pot Pasta with Ricotta and Lemon.
- Honey
- Peaches - You'll want to use fresh, ripe peaches not frozen or canned. If you have extra peaches, try making a dessert like this Grilled Peach Crisp recipe.
- Balsamic Glaze
- Fresh Basil
Other Topping Ideas:
There are so many fun topping ideas to pair with ricotta crostini - here are some other ideas:
- Fresh Tomatoes - Halved grape tomatoes or sliced tomatoes
- Roasted Tomatoes
- Pancetta
- Grilled Vegetables
- Sliced Pears
- Sliced Strawberries
- Extra Honey - Skip any extra toppings and just top the ricotta with a drizzle of honey and balsamic glaze
- Sun Dried Tomatoes
Step by step instructions
Crostini may be an impressive presentation but it's a cinch to make!
- Grill Baguette Slices - Start by slicing the baguette into thin slices and brushing each side with olive oil. Pop onto a preheated grill and grill for 1-2 minutes on each side until a little toasty with some grill marks.
- Mix Ricotta Spread and Slice Peaches - In a small bowl, mix together the ricotta and honey until smooth and combined. Halve and remove the pit of the peaches then thinly slice - no need to peel the peaches.
- Assemble Crostini - Spread a little of the honey ricotta on each slice of bread, top with 1 or 2 peach slices, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and sprinkle with thinly sliced basil.
- Serve Immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
Crostini translates to "little toasts" in Italian. They are small slices of toasted bread (typically a baguette) that are topped with various savory toppings. Common toppings are cheese like ricotta and fruit or vegetables.
If you don't have a grill or don't want to fire it up, you can also toast the bread in the oven. Add the olive oil brushed bread slices to a baking sheet and toast in a 350 degrees F oven for about 5 minutes until toasted.
If you don't like ricotta, you could swap in goat cheese. You could either buy a spreadable goat cheese or mix up your own goat cheese spread by blending goat cheese with the honey and a little bit of olive oil to make an easier to spread consistency.
Make Ahead Tips
While I don't recommend fully assembling the crostini in advance, you can prep the ricotta. The honey ricotta can be mixed together up to 2 days in advance - give it another stir right before using.
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Peach Ricotta Crostini
Peach Ricotta Crostini is a fun, easy appetizer for summer. Other than a quick grill (or toast in the oven) of the bread slices, there is no cooking required. Super impressive for a dinner party but super simple to make.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 16 pieces
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 16 baguette slices
- 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 large fresh peaches, thinly sliced
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
- ¼ cup thinly sliced basil
Instructions
- Grill Bread - Preheat the grill to medium. Brush the bread slices on both sides with the olive oil. Grill on the preheated grill for 1-2 minutes per side until toasty and golden. Transfer to a plate.
- Mix Ricotta - In a small bowl, mix together the ricotta and honey. Slice peaches and basil.
- Assemble Crostini - Spread each slice of bread with about 1 tablespoon of the honey ricotta. Top with 1 or 2 peach slices, drizzle with balsamic, and sprinkle with the basil.
- Serve Immediately
Notes
While I don't recommend fully assembling the crostini in advance, you can prep the ricotta. The honey ricotta can be mixed together up to 2 days in advance - give it another stir right before using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 94
- Sugar: 3.8 g
- Sodium: 98.8 mg
- Fat: 4.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 11.2 g
- Fiber: 0.6 g
- Protein: 3.5 g
- Cholesterol: 7.9 mg
Katie says
The perfect appetizer for warmer weather! Will definitely make again.