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Pear & Honey Ricotta Toast

Irresistible Pear & Honey Ricotta Toast for a Healthy Brunch

Indulge in Pear & Honey Ricotta Toast, a healthy brunch option combining creamy ricotta, juicy pears, and honey.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Toast
  • 2 ripe Pears Choose sweet varieties like Bartlett or Anjou for maximum flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh Ricotta Cheese Fresh ricotta enhances creaminess.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey A natural sweetener packed with antioxidants.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil.
  • 2 slices Crusty Bread Options like sourdough or ciabatta work well.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Walnuts Adds a nutty crunch.
  • a few Fresh Mint Leaves For garnish.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, honey, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and brush both sides of the bread slices with olive oil. Toast each slice for 2-3 minutes, until golden brown.
  3. Spread the creamy ricotta mixture generously on each slice of toasted bread. Layer thinly sliced pears on top.
  4. Sprinkle chopped walnuts on top of the pear slices, drizzle with more honey, and garnish with fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best texture, serve immediately after assembly. Store leftover ricotta mixture in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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