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Perfect Grilled Peach Bruschetta with Whipped Ricotta & Prosciutto

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A quick and easy summer appetizer featuring grilled peaches, whipped ricotta, prosciutto, and toasted baguette, balancing sweet, salty, creamy, and smoky flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large ripe peaches, sliced into wedges
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 6 thin slices prosciutto, torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 French baguette, sliced into ½-inch thick pieces
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • A handful of fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C), approximately 10 minutes.
  2. Wash and slice the peaches into wedges, keeping the skin on. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil.
  3. In a bowl, combine ricotta and heavy cream. Whip with a whisk or mixer until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  4. Brush baguette slices with olive oil on both sides. Place on the grill and toast for 1-2 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
  5. Place peach wedges on the grill, flesh side down first. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side until grill marks appear and peaches soften slightly but do not become mushy. Remove from grill.
  6. Spread a generous dollop of whipped ricotta on each toasted bread slice. Top with 2-3 peach wedges, torn prosciutto pieces, and fresh basil leaves.
  7. Drizzle honey over each bruschetta and add a tiny pinch of cracked black pepper if desired.
  8. Serve immediately while bread is crispy and peaches are warm.

Notes

If peaches are not ripe, warm them gently in a pan with butter and brown sugar. Whip ricotta until smooth and fluffy for best texture. Watch bread closely when grilling to avoid burning. For dairy-free, substitute ricotta with plant-based cream cheese whipped with coconut cream. For gluten-free, use gluten-free baguette or crackers. Leftovers should be stored separately and consumed the same day for best quality.

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