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Easy Summer Peach Bruschetta Recipe with Whipped Ricotta and Fresh Basil

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A quick and elegant summer appetizer featuring juicy peaches, airy whipped ricotta, fresh basil, and toasted baguette slices, perfect for entertaining or casual snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe peaches, sliced
  • 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1 small baguette or 8 oz. crusty bread, sliced about 1/2 inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Pinch of flaky sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup ricotta cheese with 2 tablespoons heavy cream. Whip with an electric mixer or whisk until light, airy, and smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Add more cream if needed to reach desired fluffiness.
  2. Wash and dry peaches, then slice into thin wedges about 1/4 inch thick. Pat dry with paper towels if peaches are very juicy.
  3. Rinse fresh basil leaves, pat dry, and chop finely. Reserve some whole leaves for garnish.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F or heat a grill pan over medium heat. Brush baguette slices lightly with olive oil on both sides. Arrange on baking sheet or grill pan and toast for 4-6 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
  5. Spread a generous layer of whipped ricotta on each toasted bread slice. Top with peach slices, sprinkle chopped basil, drizzle honey and olive oil over the top.
  6. Season with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Garnish with whole basil leaves and serve immediately.

Notes

Whip the ricotta until airy for best texture. Toast bread until crisp but not too hard. Pat juicy peaches dry to avoid soggy bread. Prepare ricotta and peaches ahead but toast and assemble last minute for freshness.

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