Hot Honey Tomato-Ricotta Toasts
These Hot Honey Tomato-Ricotta Toasts are fresh, vibrant, and packed with flavor—perfect for a quick breakfast, light lunch, or elegant appetizer.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 slices whole-grain bread
- fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
Roast the Cherry Tomatoes
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, toss the halved cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for about 15 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and slightly caramelized.
Prepare the Honey-Spiced Ricotta
- While the tomatoes roast, mix the ricotta cheese with the honey and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Stir until well combined.
Toast the Bread
- Toast your whole-grain bread slices until they’re golden and crispy, using a toaster or grill pan.
Assemble the Toasts
- Spread a generous layer of the honey-spiced ricotta mixture on each toasted bread slice. Spoon the roasted tomatoes on top, including some of the flavorful juices. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Serve and Enjoy
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Small Bowl
- Toaster or Grill Pan
Notes
- Use ripe cherry tomatoes for the best flavor as roasting enhances their sweetness.
- Brush bread with olive oil before toasting for extra crunch.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control the spice level.
- Drizzle extra honey on top before serving for more sweetness.
- Store roasted tomatoes and ricotta separately to keep bread from becoming soggy.