Smooth mounds of whipped ricotta top the crisp Crostini rounds, with juicy, sliced peaches delicately layered on. Ribbon-like sprinkles of fresh, green basil are scattered on top alongside a glinting drizzle of balsamic reduction, making the dish visually stunning.

Peaches and Cream Bruschetta

Name: Peaches and Cream Bruschetta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 4 min
Total time: 14 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: fresh basil leaves, 1 tablespoon finely chopped; ripe peaches, 2 pitted and sliced into wedges; ricotta cheese, 1 cup None; balsamic reduction, for drizzling None; baguette, 1 sliced into rounds and toasted; Extra virgin olive oil, for brushing and drizzling None; salt, to taste None; pepper, to taste None

Category Quick and Easy

Prep 10 minutes

Cook 4 minutes

Style Italian

Technique Grilling

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: August 18, 2024

In the spirit of Italian cuisine, we're taking a fun twist on bruschetta with a touch of sweetness from ripe peaches and a hint of creaminess from ricotta, all complemented by fresh, aromatic basil. These Peaches and Cream Bruschetta make a simple, gourmet snack or appetizer option that can be put together in no time.

Ingredients (for 2)

Fresh basil leaves - 1 tablespoon - finely chopped
Ripe peaches - 2 - pitted and sliced into wedges
Ricotta cheese - 1 cup
Balsamic reduction - for drizzling
Baguette - 1 - sliced into rounds and toasted
Extra virgin olive oil - for brushing and drizzling
Salt - to taste
Pepper - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🔥⏲️🔛

Start by pre-heating your grill (or griddle pan) to medium heat.
Step 2 - 🥖🫒🍞

Lightly brush the baguette slices with olive oil on both sides. Grill each side for about 2 minutes until they are lightly toasted.
Step 3 - 🥣🧀💨

In a bowl, whip the ricotta until creamy and smooth.
Step 4 - 🥖🧀🍑🌱🧂

To assemble, spread a layer of whipped ricotta on each toasted bread slice. Top each one with a couple of peach slices, sprinkle with chopped basil, drizzle with balsamic reduction, and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Step 5 - 🍽️😋💥

Serve immediately and enjoy the burst of flavors in each bite.

Additional

This simple yet gourmet twist to traditional bruschetta is a testament to how simple ingredients can create a taste sensation! The recipe is flexible and can be adjusted to taste - try adding prosciutto or swapping peaches for nectarines. Kids can help whip the ricotta and spread it on the toasts.