Whipped Ricotta and Honey Crostini

Written By Rachael Speedy

Elevate your home cooking with a Whipped Ricotta and Honey Crostini. This quick-to-assemble appetizer uses premium New Zealand ingredients and a magical pinch of flaky sea salt to balance sweet and savoury flavours.

 

Ingredients

  • 1 baguette (sliced)

  • 250g fresh ricotta

  • 1 Tbsp high-quality extra virgin olive oil

  • 2 Tbsp clover or manuka honey

  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves

  • 1 to 2 pinches of flaky sea salt (for best results use foodies Pure NZ Flaky Sea Salt)

 

Instructions

  1. Toast the bread: Brush your sliced baguette lightly with olive oil. Bake at 180°C for 8-10 minutes until golden and crisp.

  2. Whip the ricotta: Place the ricotta, olive oil, and a tiny pinch of salt in a bowl. Beat vigorously with a fork or whisk until it is light, fluffy, and creamy.

  3. Assemble: Spread a generous dollop of the whipped ricotta onto each toasted baguette slice.

  4. Garnish: Drizzle honey over the ricotta. Sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves.

  5. The Finishing Touch: Gently crush the flaky sea salt between your fingers and sprinkle it over the top of each crostini.

 

Why this works

foodies Pure NZ Flaky Sea Salt doesn't dissolve instantly. It gives a little crunch that brings out the sweet taste of the honey and the rich flavour of the cheese.

Rachael Speedy
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