Description
These Peach Crostini with Herbed Ricotta & Crispy Prosciutto are a bite of summer! Juicy, sweet peaches are the perfect compliment to whipped herbed ricotta and salty, crisped prosciutto. A summer appetizer that is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Herbed Ricotta:
- 1 (15-oz) container ricotta cheese (I prefer whole milk for this)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, torn
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Crispy Prosciutto:
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 4 slices of prosciutto, chopped
For the Crostini:
- Grilled or toasted bread slices (I like a thinly sliced baguette for this)
- The herbed ricotta
- The crispy prosciutto
- 2 ripe peaches, pitted and thinly sliced
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Additional fresh herbs, for garnish
Instructions
For the Herbed Ricotta:
- Place the ricotta in a food processor and run the machine for a minute, occasionally stopping to scrape down the sides, until it is fluffy and completely smooth.
- Add in the heavy cream and run the machine again until incorporated. Add the herbs and a pinch each of salt and pepper and process again to incorporate
- Use immediately or place in an airtight container in the fridge until you are ready to use. Allow to sit at room temperature for a bit before using.
For the Prosciutto:
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
- Add the chopped prosciutto and cook, stirring frequently, until it is crispy and rendered.
- Remove from the pan and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
For the Crostini:
- Grill or toast your bread.
- Spread the herbed ricotta generously on the crostini and top with the sliced peaches, crispy prosciutto, a drizzle of olive oil, balsamic glaze, a sprinkle of salt and pepper, and additional fresh herbs. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: appetizer
Keywords: peach and prosciutto crostini, summer peach appetizer, peach crostini, whipped herb ricotta, peach and whipped ricotta toasts