Name: Whipped Ricotta Toast With Pistachio And Lemon Thyme Honey
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 2 tbsp honey; 2 tsp fresh thyme, finely chopped; 1 tsp lemon juice; 3/4 cup whole milk ricotta cheese; 2 slices rustic bread, toasted, 1-inch in thickness; 1/4 cup shelled pistachios, toasted; salt and pepper, for sprinkling (optional)

This fancy, yet simple, toast is smeared with a layer of creamy whipped ricotta, topped with toasted pistachios and drizzled with lemon thyme infused honey. (Jump to Recipe)

Whipped Ricotta Toast With Pistachio And Lemon Thyme Honey

Start With The Bread

One of my all time favorite bread recipes to make is this Rustic Dutch Oven Bread. This is my go-to when I need a rustic, crunchy loaf of bread for soup, toast, and everything else under the sun. It takes minimal effort to make and a few hours of rising time (overnight is ideal).

If you aren’t making your own loaf, use a crusty artisan style loaf, such as french baguette, ciabatta, sourdough. You’re looking for something with a crusty, outside exterior.

Toast the bread slices inside a regular conventional toaster, inside the oven, or stovetop in a skillet just so the bread is warm and just barely crunchy.

This fancy, yet simple, toast is smeared with a layer of creamy whipped ricotta, topped with toasted pistachios and drizzled with lemon thyme infused honey.

Make The Whipped Ricotta

This part is not as complicated as it may sound.

Place the ricotta in a food processor and pulse for a minute until it picks up a creamy, light texture.

That’s all.

I’ve whipped the ricotta also using an immersion blender with a whisk attachment. It works. It’s light and fluffy and so perfect.

If these kitchen gadgets aren’t at your disposal, don’t sweat it. Use the ricotta as is from the tub. Results will still be yummy!

Infuse Honey With Lemon And Thyme

If you’ve tried my Prosciutto And Fig Goat Cheese Pizza or Blackberry Fig Crostini , you know all about the lemon thyme infused honey. It’s sweet and has hints of herby thyme and tangy lemon.

Absolutely perfect for drizzling a little sweet something on toasts, crostini, pizzas, oatmeal, or even salad!

To make it, whisk together fresh lemon juice, chopped, rinsed thyme, and sweet honey. Set it aside until ready to use.

Layer on the toasted bread with whipped ricotta, toasted pistachios, and lemon thyme honey. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper and serve immediately.

These whipped ricotta toasts can be served for breakfast, brunch, or a light lunch/dinner option. Either way, you can’t go wrong.

If you make this Whipped Ricotta Toast With Pistachio And Lemon Thyme Honey, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I’d love to hear what you think about it, or better yet, see what you’re cooking! Tag me on Insta, @fettysfoodblog with your creation.