Roasted Strawberry Whipped Ricotta Toast (Print version)

Crisp artisan bread meets creamy whipped ricotta and sweet roasted berries for an elegant morning treat.

# What you 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 (optional)
13 - Additional honey, for drizzling
14 - Crushed pistachios or toasted almonds (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - On the prepared baking sheet, toss strawberries with honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Spread in a single layer and roast for 20–25 minutes, until soft and syrupy. Set aside to cool slightly.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, heavy cream, honey, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Using a handheld mixer or whisk, whip until light and fluffy, about 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 roasted strawberries get jammy and concentrate their natural sweetness in ways fresh fruit never could
  • Whipped ricotta is lighter and fluffier than spreading it straight from the container
  • This looks restaurant fancy but comes together in under 45 minutes
02 -
  • The whipped ricotta can be made ahead and stored in the fridge, but give it a quick whip before serving to restore that fluffy texture
  • Room temperature ricotta whips up much more easily than cold ricotta straight from the fridge
03 -
  • Use strawberries at peak ripeness for the best flavor since roasting amplifies whatever sweetness they already have
  • Do not rush the whipping step for the ricotta because that airiness makes such a difference in the final bite

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