Ricotta Crostini topped with sauteed grape tomatoes, prosciutto and, garlic, and herbs.
These ricotta crostinis are quick to make. Easy to assemble. The only downfall to these super flavorful crostinis is that you will eat so many that you will not want the main course when it arrives. Filling up on appetizers like this and my Italian pinwheel sandwiches with cream cheese isn’t always a bad thing, right?
Ingredients for Ricotta Crostini
- baguette
- olive oil
- grated Parmesan cheese
- Ricotta cheese
- prosciutto
- grape tomatoes
- dried basil
- dried thyme
- garlic cloves
- fresh oregano: garnish
Fresh Ingredients Make All the Difference
One of the secrets to this recipe’s vibrant flavor is using fresh, high-quality ingredients. Sweet grape tomatoes, fragrant herbs, and creamy ricotta create a combination that feels both elegant and approachable. Even pantry staples like dried basil and thyme come together with fresh garlic to elevate the simple ingredients into something truly special.
How to Make Ricotta Crostini
First, slice your baguette into about ¼ inch slices. Brush olive oil on the top of the baguette slices and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Place the baguette slices on a baking tray and toast in your oven: 10 minutes at 350F. or in a toaster oven until golden brown.
Next, spread a layer of Ricotta Cheese on the crostini and top with prosciutto slices.
Now it is time to saute the cherry tomatoes. In a saute pan heat 2 tablespoon olive oil on medium heat. Next, add basil, thyme, and minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds. The garlic and herbs will be fragrant.
Add grape tomatoes and toss tomatoes to coat with oil, herbs, and garlic. Saute for about 2 minutes. The skin on the tomatoes will have started to blister.
Remove from heat and with a slotted spoon top the ricotta crostini with herbed tomatoes.
Garnish will fresh oregano. Serve immediately.
A Quick, Impressive Snack
If you’re looking for a recipe that looks gourmet but comes together in no time, these ricotta crostini are it. They require just a few steps but deliver big on flavor, making them perfect for entertaining or a simple afternoon snack. Once you try them, you’ll find yourself coming back to this recipe again and again.
Recipe Tips
- Timing Tip: Do not add the sautéed tomatoes until you are ready to serve to keep the crostini crisp.
- Make-Ahead: Crostini can be prepared up to 2 days in advance. Store in a sealed bag to maintain freshness.
- Shortcut: Save time by using store-bought crostini—no baking required!
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Ricotta Crostini
Ricotta Crostini topped with sauteed grape tomatoes, prosciutto and, garlic, and herbs.
Ingredients
- 1 baguette, sliced into ¼-inch thick slices
- ¾ cup olive oil (for brushing/toasting)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 6 slices prosciutto, cut to fit baguette slices
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, sliced
- 2 tablespoon olive oil (for tomatoes)
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoon fresh chopped oregano, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the baguette: Brush olive oil over the top of the baguette slices and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Arrange the slices on a baking tray and toast in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes, or in a toaster oven, until golden brown.
- Layer the crostini: Spread ricotta cheese on each toasted baguette slice and top with a piece of prosciutto.
- Cook the tomatoes: In a sauté pan, heat 2 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the basil, thyme, and minced garlic, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the grape tomatoes and toss to coat them in the oil, herbs, and garlic. Sauté for about 2 minutes, until the skins begin to shrivel.
- Assemble: Using a slotted spoon, top each ricotta-and-prosciutto crostini with the herbed tomatoes.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh chopped oregano and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, flip the slices halfway through toasting.
- Don’t overcook the tomatoes; you want them soft but still juicy.
- The slotted spoon helps drain excess oil so your crostini stay crisp.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 60 Serving Size: 1 gramsAmount Per Serving: Unsaturated Fat: 0g
