Don’t be surprised if your friends and family find it difficult to move on to the hams & hots this 4th of July when you present them with these Creamy Ricotta, Prosciutto & Sweet Peaches with Honey Crostini!
With peach season at its peak, I can’t get enough of these sweet juicy babies. Typically, I’ll eat them as is, but I got to thinking the other day – it’s time I be a little more creative than just rinsing them under a cool spray of water and eating over the kitchen sink.
Then it came to me…crostini. But not just any crostini. Our little crusts needed to hit all the right notes – from creamy to crunchy – salty to sweet.
And even though hubby would happily call it a day with crostini slathered in ricotta and a sprinkling of black pepper…
I thought it would be fun to incorporate little whispers of prosciutto along with slivers of juicy peach and a drizzle of golden honey.
Oh yes…Creamy Ricotta, Prosciutto & Sweet Peaches with Honey Crostini was born. A drizzle of honey always reminds me of our first night in Italy when we ordered room service. A gorgeous cheese plate decorated with Italian meats, dried fruits, hard cheeses and of course, honey.
I love how this seemingly insignificant ingredient can rush open up the floodgates to one of the most special times of my life. I’m not sure there are many other things in life that have that kind of power over us. Imagine having the capacity to resurrect a person’s most cherished memories without saying a single word.
Honey. Go figure.
It will not surprise you to know that there are just six ingredients involved with the making of this antipasti. It is indeed in-keeping with my philosophy on great food – when you use high quality ingredients, they do most of the work for you. Fresh, seasonal ingredients make for delicious food and they also make for a host who still has plenty of energy to enjoy the party.
This one’s all about loading up your toasted sliced ciabatta with as much or as little ricotta, prosciutto, peaches, honey and black pepper as you like. You could provide a station for folks to create their own or have the crostini ready as your guests enter your home. Yes, I say do that! Have it ready; with flutes of Prosecco lined up for the offering.
You know that’s my kinda cooking and my kinda party!
Buon Appetito!
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Creamy Ricotta, Prosciutto & Sweet Peaches with Honey Crostini
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian
Description
Don’t be surprised if your friends and family find it difficult to move on to the hams & hots this 4th of July when you present them with these Creamy Ricotta, Prosciutto & Sweet Peaches with Honey Crostini!
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Ciabatta, sliced thin and toasted
- 15 oz. Part-Skim Ricotta
- 1/2 lb. thinly sliced prosciutto
- 3 ripe peaches, cleaned and pitted, sliced thin
- honey for drizzling
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a 350 degree oven, toast bread on a cookie sheet until browned and crunchy.
- Remove from oven and let cool.
- Provide ricotta, prosciutto, sliced peaches, honey and black pepper for guests to build their perfect crostini. Or have them ready to go as they arrive.
- Enjoy!
And just in case you’re looking to include peaches in your dessert course…here’s a fun one!
Grilled Peaches with Honey Vanilla Frozen Yogurt
Peaches from around the web…
Prosciutto-Wrapped Peach and Arugula Salad from Floating Kitchen
Make Ahead Peaches and Cream Breakfast Bake from Half Baked Harvest
Kale Salad with Peaches, Corn, and Basil-Honey Vinaigrette from Eats Well With Others
CIAO!
I’m bringing this to a neighborhood party on the 4tb. Will let you know how it goes over. Looks simple and delicious which is perfect for me. thanks
Wonderful! Yes, please, let me know how it goes! Happy Independence Day, my friend! 🙂
What a great appetizer – simple and delicious – perfect with a cold glass of white wine! Hope you had a great weekend, Annie!
Thank you, Geraldine! Have a lovely week, my friend!
What a wonderful combination! Peaches and prosciutto go together so well. Black pepper and honey are such a great pairing. And of course ricotta pretty much makes everything better.
Not only is it delicious and seasonal and made with the highest quality ingredients – it’s pretty! 🙂 Thanks, friend!
There’s nothing better than peach season. I love eating them and letting the juice drip down my chin! But really anyway I can get peaches is great. Sliced up on these crostini sounds amazing! These wouldn’t stick around long at any gathering!
Pretty much the only way I eat them is over the sink with juice running all over the place! Thanks so much, my friend!
Love this crostini, the combination of flavors is beyond tailored for me:) One thing I really love about your food is how you use black pepper (one of my favorite spices in the whole world!). Challenge – let’s both make some kind of ice cream or sorbet with black pepper! Want to? I bet we will both end up with a favorite! Pinned!
I have loved black pepper for as long as I can remember. I am never shy with it! I am up to your challenge, my friend! My wheels are already turning! I’ll connect and we’ll make a plan! 🙂
Yes! These crostini and prosecco and let’s get the party started! So completely agree with the philosophy of fewer ingredients, but of high quality, and possibly seasonal and local. They are a thing of beauty and so delicious in their amazing simplicity.
Let’s get the partyyy started! Yesss, my friend! 🙂
This sounds like such a winning combination Annie! Perfect for those gorgeous summer peaches!
So much summer flavor in one little bite! 🙂
Forget hamburgers and hot dogs. This is all I want for the Fourth! Bread, cheese, and honey? Count me in. Always!
Great minds! So simple and a perfect bite! 🙂
I remember these crostini! To be honest, they are pretty impossible to forget! Perfect for entertaining during this upcoming holiday! Yummmmm!
It hits all the right notes! Thanks, my dear! Happy weekend! 🙂
I think my love for crostini is as strong as yours 😉 And you definitely can’t beat that combo of peach, honey and prosciutto! I could make a meal out of this Friday night with some vino and call it a day! Hope you have a wonderful weekend, my friend! XOXO
I 100% agree! I think we could live on it! Happy Canada Day, my friend! XOXO
Oh boy, these crostini screams a summer! A delicious appetizer to go along with a nice crisp white wine. Have a happy day. Un abbraccio!!
Nothin’ better! Have a beautiful weekend, my friend!:)
This recipe reminds me of summer in Italy, melon, prosciutto with a little fresh ricotta and freshly cracked pepper…. I like the idea of peaches instead of melon.
Thank you so much, Mary! So glad you stopped by!
Love how this is a play on the melon + prosciutto classic combo, but better. Because RICOTTA.
Exactly! RICOTTA!! Thanks, friend!
I love everything about this crostini!
Thanks, friend! Hope you’re having a great weekend!
These just have an amazing flavor combo!!!
Thank you, Zainab! It’s a fun one!
Peaches and prosciutto is one of my favorite combinations! I love this sweet crostini. It is perfect for summer!
Thanks, Ashley!! 🙂
I just love crostini – and the idea of a do it yourself station is brilliant. Love the peach, ricotta and honey combo! Gorgeous photos too, Annie. Have a great 4th of July weekend!
Thanks so much, Geraldine! Have a happy 4th, my friend!
I love a good crostini. Especially one with that perfect balance of sweet honey and salty prosciutto! GREAT RECIPE!
Thanks, Kennedy!! I agree! Balance is good! Happy 4th!