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 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves finely chopped; 2 ripe peaches pitted and sliced into wedges; 1 cup ricotta cheese; for drizzling balsamic reduction; 1 baguette sliced into rounds and toasted; for brushing and drizzling Extra virgin olive oil; to taste salt; to taste pepper

Creamy, sweet and savoury bruschetta with a twist.

Category Quick and Easy

Prep 10 minutes

Cook 4 minutes

Style Italian

Technique Grilling

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily recipe · August 18, 2024

A little about this dish

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.

A final fox tip

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.