Whipped Ricotta Cheese Toast

A honey dipper drizzles honey over toasted bread topped with creamy cheese, fresh thyme, and lemon zest. More prepared toasts are visible in the background on a wooden board.

Whipped Ricotta Cheese Toast

This Whipped Ricotta Cheese Toast is an easy appetizer that looks impressive without extra work. Smooth and creamy ricotta is whipped until airy, then spread onto toasted bread and topped with honey, lemon, and fresh thyme for a balanced finish. It takes just 15 minutes from start to finish, perfect when you want something special without much effort.

Prep Time10

Cook Time5

Total Time15

Course: Appetizer, Bread

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Whipped Ricotta Cheese

Servings: servings

Calories: 336kcal

Ingredients

1 large Italian loaf (16-20 ounces) or 2 small loaves (10-12 ounces each) sliced
5 Tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil divided
2 teaspoons Kosher salt divided
1 teaspoon black pepper
15 ounces whole milk ricotta cheese
Juice from 1 lemon
2 Tablespoons honey
Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (stems removed)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C).
Prep Bread: Arrange sliced bread in a single layer across two baking sheets. Using 3 Tablespoons of oil total, lightly brush each slice with oil, then evenly sprinkle salt and pepper on each slice. Flip slices and repeat brushing lightly with oil and seasoning with salt and pepper on the other side.
Toast Bread: Bake for 5 minutes, or until lightly toasted. If edges brown too quickly, remove early. For crisper toast, bake 1-2 minutes longer.
Blend Ricotta: In a blender, food processor, or mixing bowl (if using a hand mixer), combine ricotta, remaining 2 Tablespoons oil, lemon juice, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Blend or mix on medium-high speed for 1-2 minutes until smooth, fluffy, and airy. Stop to scrape down the sides of the container with a rubber spatula as needed. (If the ricotta is too thick, add 1-2 teaspoons of water or oil and blend again briefly until you reach your preferred consistency.)
Assemble and Finish: Spread whipped ricotta evenly onto each toast slice. Drizzle with honey, sprinkle lemon zest and fresh thyme leaves, and add a pinch of salt, if desired.

Notes

To Make In Advance: Prepare whipped ricotta up to 1 day ahead and store covered in the refrigerator. The bread can also be toasted earlier, cooled completely, and stored in an airtight container at room temperature. Before serving, briefly re-toast the bread at 350 degrees F in oven for 2-3 minutes to restore crispness, stir ricotta, and assemble just before serving.

Refrigerator Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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