Pear & Honey Ricotta Toast Delight Recipe
Pear & Honey Ricotta Toast Delight is a simple yet elegant recipe combining creamy ricotta cheese sweetened with honey and vanilla, fresh ripe pears, and crunchy walnuts on toasted crusty bread. This delightful toast is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light snack, offering a harmonious blend of creamy, sweet, and crunchy textures with a fresh mint garnish for a pop of color.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ricotta Spread
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- A pinch of salt
Main
- 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
- 4 slices of crusty bread (like sourdough or ciabatta)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- A handful of chopped walnuts (optional, for crunch)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ricotta Spread: In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, honey, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust sweetness as desired to balance the flavors.
- Toast the Bread: Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Brush each side of the bread slices with olive oil to ensure crispness and flavor. Toast the slices in the pan for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they become golden brown and crispy to your liking.
- Assemble the Toast: Spread a generous layer of the honey-infused ricotta on each slice of the toasted bread, ensuring even coverage for maximum flavor.
- Add the Pears: Arrange the thinly sliced ripe pears over the ricotta cream in a visually pleasing manner to create an inviting presentation.
- Finish with Nuts & Honey: If desired, sprinkle chopped walnuts on top for added texture and crunch. Drizzle additional honey over the assembled toast for extra sweetness and garnish with fresh mint leaves to introduce a refreshing aroma and a pop of color.
- Serve: Serve immediately to enjoy the toast at its best, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light snack.
Notes
- Choose ripe pears for optimal sweetness and softness; Bartlett or Anjou pears work well.
- Adjust honey amount in the ricotta spread to suit your preferred level of sweetness.
- Walnuts add a delightful crunch but can be omitted for a nut-free version.
- Fresh mint leaves are optional but add a refreshing flavor and nice visual contrast.
- Use crusty bread varieties such as sourdough or ciabatta for best texture and flavor.
- Toast the bread just before assembling to keep it crisp without becoming soggy.
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