Finger food is just one of life’s little joys—especially when it looks this pretty and tastes this good! These ricotta and prosciutto toasts are my go-to when I need something impressive with minimal fuss. You’ve got the crunch from toasted sourdough, the richness of whipped ricotta, salty bites of prosciutto, and bright lemon and herbs to lift it all up. Whether you’re hosting a summer get-together or just want a light lunch that feels special, this one delivers every time.
Ricotta and Prosciutto Toasts
These toasts are the perfect blend of creamy, crunchy, and salty with pops of lemon and herbs. They’re easy to make, look gorgeous, and taste like a fancy café bite at home.
Equipment
- Sharp knife
- Serving Platter
Ingredients
- 3–4 thick slices of sourdough bread halved (about 180–240g)
- ¾ cup ricotta cheese about 180g
- 8 oz asparagus cut into thirds on a diagonal (about 225g)
- 4 oz prosciutto torn into large pieces (about 115g)
- The juice and zest of one lemon
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil plus more for serving
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped
- Salt and cracked black pepper for seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400ºF / 200ºC degrees.
- Take two baking sheets and lay the asparagus on one side of one and bundles of the prosciutto on the other side.
- On the second baking sheet lay the slices of bread
- Drizzle both the bread and asparagus with the olive oil and season with salt
- Bake for around 15 minutes turning both the bread and asparagus half way through
- Remove from the oven.
- Using either a food processor or electric whisk, mix together the ricotta cheese, lemon juice and red pepper flakes.
- Whilst mixing add in two teaspoons of olive oil and mix until smooth and fluffy.
- Place the toasted bread onto a serving platter. Add a generous amount of the ricotta mixture then top with the asparagus and prosciutto.
- Sprinkle over the chopped basil and chives and lemon zest and drizzle with a little more olive oil.
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