Artisan Ricotta Cheese Toast with Blackberries and Garden Mint
Indulge in this simple yet elegant Blackberry Mint Ricotta Cheese Toast. Creamy whipped ricotta pairs perfectly with juicy blackberries and fresh mint, all atop crispy artisan bread. Drizzled with honey, it's a delightful balance of sweet, tart, and savory flavors. Perfect for a quick breakfast or impressive brunch dish!
Ingredients
- 2 slices sourdough or artisan bread
- ½ cup full-fat ricotta cheese
- 1 pinch salt
- ¼ cup fresh blackberries, plus extra for topping
- 2 teaspoon honey
- 4-6 each fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Toast bread slices until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, whip ricotta with a pinch of salt until smooth.
- In another bowl, with a fork lightly smash ¼ cup of blackberries.
- Spread whipped ricotta on toasted bread slices.
- Drizzle with honey.
- Top with smashed blackberries.
- Add whole blackberries on top.
- Garnish with torn mint leaves.
Notes
- Using full-fat ricotta gives a creamy texture and contributes to higher fat and protein.
- The nutrition will vary slightly with bread type (sourdough vs artisan) and size of blackberries.
- For a creamier spread, use room temperature ricotta.
- Experiment with different berries or try a savory version with cherry tomatoes and red pepper flakes.
- Enjoy your delicious and nutritious Blackberry Mint Ricotta Toast!
Nutrition
Serving: 1toastCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 10gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 220mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8g
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