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Nadia James

Ricotta Honey Walnut Holiday Bites

Ricotta Honey Walnut Holiday Bites — A crisp little toast with a flavorful topping; best assembled just before serving.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Resting / chilling / cooling 3 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 16 crostini
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American-inspired

Ingredients
  

  • 1 small baguette, sliced into 16 pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup ricotta
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 cup toasted walnuts

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • pastry brush
  • spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 400°F. Arrange baguette slices in a single layer on a rimmed sheet.
  2. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt; toast 7–9 minutes, turning once.
  3. Prepare toppings (ricotta, honey, toasted walnuts) in a separate bowl while bread toasts.
  4. Cool bread 3 minutes then spoon topping onto each slice. Serve promptly while toast stays crisp.

Notes

  • Assemble at serving time so the bread does not turn soggy.
Storage: Refrigerate dairy or meat toppings within 2 hours. Store toasted bread separately at room temperature up to 2 days.
Serving suggestion: Serve on a festive platter.