Caramelized Fig and Ricotta Crostini
Ricotta and fresh figs caramelized in honey are perfect together on this summer crostini!
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time5 minutes mins
Total Time15 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: crostini, fig crostini, ricotta crostini
Servings: 14 crostini
- 1/2 of a baguette, cut into 14 slices
- 4 fresh figs, sliced into fourths lengthwise
- 8 ounces part skim ricotta cheese
- Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1 teaspoon honey, plus more for drizzling on top
- 2 tablespoons pistachios, chopped
In a small mixing bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, salt, and pepper until combined.
In a medium sized skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and honey together.
Place the sliced figs in with the honey butter mixture and cook them for 1-2 minutes per side or until they start to caramelize.
While the figs are caramelizing toast the baguette slices in the oven under the broiler or on the grill until golden brown.
Spread some of the ricotta onto each baguette slice then top with a caramelized fig slice, chopped pistachios, and a drizzle of honey.
Serve immediately.
Calories: 87kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 108mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g