Italian Ricotta Toast
Creamy Italian ricotta toast made sweet or savory with classic Italian toppings. An easy Italian breakfast, appetizer, or light meal inspired by simple, authentic flavors.
Equipment
- Toaster, oven, or grill pan
- Spoon or offset spatula
- Small bowl for seasoning ricotta
- Olive Oil Cruet for controlled drizzling
- Grill pan for charred bread texture for charred bread texture
Ingredients
Ingredients at a Glance (Base Recipe)
- 2 slices rustic Italian bread ciabatta, sourdough, or country loaf
- 1½ cups whole milk ricotta cheese
- Extra virgin olive oil or honey depending on sweet or savory direction
- Fine sea salt optional
Instructions
Toast the bread
- Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp on the outside, yet still tender inside. Warm bread helps the ricotta spread smoothly.
Prepare the ricotta
- Place 1½ cups ricotta in a small bowl. Stir gently with a spoon or spatula just until creamy and spreadable. Avoid overmixing.
Assemble the toast
- Spread a generous layer of ricotta over each warm slice of bread.
Season and finish
- Drizzle lightly with olive oil for savory versions or honey for sweet ones. Add toppings from one of the variations posted.
Notes
Recipe Ingredients, Step-by-Step Instructions, and Nutritional Value is based on the Base Recipe (Italian Bread, Ricotta Cheese, Sea Salt, Olive Oil).
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Nutrition
Serving: 2gCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 14gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 390mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4g
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