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Fresh Fig and Honey Whipped Ricotta Crostini

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An easy and elegant appetizer featuring whipped ricotta sweetened with honey, topped with fresh figs, lemon zest, and thyme on toasted baguette slices. Perfect for entertaining and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 6–8 medium ripe fresh figs, washed and quartered
  • 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons honey, plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest, finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 small loaf baguette or rustic Italian bread, sliced into 12–14 thin pieces
  • Extra virgin olive oil, for brushing bread
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the baguette into 12-14 thin pieces, about 1/4-inch thick. Brush each slice lightly with extra virgin olive oil on both sides. Arrange on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  2. Toast the bread slices for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  3. While the bread toasts, place ricotta in a mixing bowl. Add 2 tablespoons honey and lemon zest. Whip with an electric mixer or whisk until smooth, creamy, and slightly fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. If ricotta is watery, drain in a fine sieve for 10 minutes before whipping.
  4. Rinse figs, pat dry, remove stems, and quarter. Cut into smaller pieces if figs are large.
  5. Once bread slices have cooled slightly but are still warm, spread a generous dollop of whipped ricotta on each slice.
  6. Top each crostini with a few pieces of fresh fig. Sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves, a pinch of sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
  7. Drizzle a little extra honey over each crostini for added sweetness.
  8. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

Do not assemble crostini too far ahead to avoid soggy bread. Toast bread and whip ricotta up to a day in advance, but add figs and honey drizzle just before serving. If ricotta is too thick, add a teaspoon of milk or cream while whipping. Fresh thyme is optional; fresh basil or a pinch of dried rosemary can be used as substitutes. For dairy-free, use plant-based ricotta alternatives and maple syrup instead of honey.

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