Description
Basil Blueberry Ricotta Bruschetta is a fresh and vibrant appetizer featuring creamy ricotta, sweet juicy blueberries, and fragrant basil layered over crispy toasted baguette slices. Finished with a drizzle of honey or balsamic glaze, it’s the perfect sweet-savory bite for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, thinly sliced
- 1–2 tbsp honey or balsamic glaze
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
- Pinch of salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and lightly brush with olive oil.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until golden and crisp. Let cool slightly.
- Spread a generous layer of ricotta onto each toasted slice.
- Top with fresh blueberries and sprinkle with sliced basil.
- Drizzle lightly with honey or balsamic glaze.
- Add a tiny pinch of salt and optional black pepper to enhance flavors.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra creaminess, whip the ricotta with a tablespoon of honey before spreading. You can also add lemon zest for brightness. Best assembled just before serving to keep the bread crisp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: blueberry ricotta bruschetta, sweet savory appetizer, basil blueberry toast, summer appetizer recipe, easy party bruschetta