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Perfect Whipped Ricotta Crostini with Prosciutto and Fig Vincotto Drizzle

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An easy and elegant appetizer featuring light whipped ricotta, salty prosciutto, and a sweet fig vincotto drizzle on toasted baguette slices.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (250g) whole-milk ricotta, well-drained
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 small baguette, sliced into ½-inch (1.3 cm) rounds, toasted until golden and crisp
  • 4 ounces (115g) prosciutto, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fig vincotto (or substitute with aged balsamic reduction)
  • 4–5 fresh figs, sliced (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Drain the ricotta in a fine-mesh sieve over a bowl for about 15 minutes to remove excess whey.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet in a single layer. Brush lightly with olive oil.
  3. Toast baguette slices for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
  4. Transfer drained ricotta to a mixing bowl. Add heavy cream, 1 tablespoon olive oil, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper.
  5. Using an electric mixer on medium speed, whip the ricotta mixture for 3-4 minutes until fluffy and smooth.
  6. Spread about 1 tablespoon (15g) of whipped ricotta on each toasted baguette slice.
  7. Drape a slice of prosciutto over the ricotta. If using fresh figs, place a thin slice atop the prosciutto.
  8. Drizzle fig vincotto over each crostini.
  9. Garnish with a small sprig of thyme or a crack of black pepper if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Drain ricotta well to avoid watery crostini. Toast bread carefully to avoid burning. Whip ricotta and toast bread simultaneously to save time. If whipped ricotta thickens in fridge, re-whip briefly before serving. Substitute fig vincotto with aged balsamic reduction if unavailable. For gluten-free, use gluten-free crackers or polenta slices. For dairy-free, try almond ricotta or whipped cashew cream.

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Keywords: whipped ricotta, crostini, prosciutto, fig vincotto, appetizer, easy, elegant, party food

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