Whipped Ricotta Grilled Plums (Print Version)
Crispy crostini with creamy ricotta, sweet grilled plums, honey, balsamic, and thyme create an irresistible appetizer.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 1 cup ricotta cheese
→ Fruits
02 - 2 ripe plums, pitted and halved
→ Bread
03 - 1 baguette, sliced into 1.25 cm rounds
→ Condiments
04 - 2 tablespoons honey
05 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
→ Seasoning
06 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper
07 - Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish
→ Oils
08 - Olive oil, for brushing
# How to Make It:
01 - Set grill or grill pan over medium heat to preheat.
02 - Brush plum halves lightly with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Place cut side down on the grill for 3–4 minutes until softened and marked. Remove from grill and set aside.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese with honey and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk or use an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
04 - Place baguette rounds on the grill. Toast for 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
05 - Spread whipped ricotta generously over each toasted baguette slice. Top with pieces of grilled plum, drizzle with balsamic vinegar, and finish with fresh thyme leaves.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Simple ingredients you probably already have
- Fast to prepare in under 30 minutes
- Looks stunning and restaurant worthy every time
- Perfect balance of creamy sweet tangy and crispy textures
- Vegetarian and crowd friendly
02 -
- High in protein and calcium from ricotta
- Easy to adapt with gluten free bread or different fruit
- Makes an elegant starter for any party
03 -
- Always whip ricotta longer than you think This makes it ultra creamy and easy to spread
- Let the grilled plums cool a minute or two They hold together better and their juices will not soak the bread
- Use day old bread for crostini Less moisture means it toasts up perfectly without turning soggy