Description
Blueberry Basil Bruschetta is a delightful appetizer that combines the sweetness of fresh blueberries and honey with creamy ricotta cheese on crispy baguette slices, topped with a balsamic glaze and fragrant basil. This recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Baguette Slices:
- 1 French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch slices
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Ricotta Topping:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
Additional Toppings:
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, thinly sliced
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Toast the Baguette: Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet, brush with olive oil, and toast for 8 to 10 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Prepare Ricotta Topping: In a small bowl, mix ricotta with honey until smooth.
- Assemble: Spread the ricotta mixture over each toasted baguette slice. Top with fresh blueberries, a drizzle of balsamic glaze, and basil.
- Season: Sprinkle lightly with salt and black pepper.
- Serve: Serve the bruschetta immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a savory twist, substitute goat cheese for ricotta.
- This appetizer pairs beautifully with white wine or sparkling beverages.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Toasting, Assembling
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
