Whipped Ricotta Crostini - QUICK & EASY Appetizer Idea

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in calories and still creamy.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more affordable and have a longer shelf life.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Maple syrup is often less expensive and provides a similar sweetness.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a cost-effective alternative for drizzling.

Add ricotta cheese to a bowl.

Add olive oil and a mixture of salt and pepper to the bowl.

Whip the ricotta, olive oil, and seasoning together with a whisk until fluffy.

Add fresh thyme to the whipped ricotta and mix it together.

Take a toasted baguette and place a dollop of the whipped ricotta on top.

For a savory option, add sliced cherry tomatoes on top of the ricotta.

For a sweet option, add sliced figs on top of the ricotta.

Drizzle honey over the sweet crostini.

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