This elegant toast layers creamy ricotta, ripe figs, and prosciutto on hearty bread, finished with honey, fresh thyme, and a drizzle of olive oil for a sweet and savory gourmet snack.
Author:Mari
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:0 minutes
Total Time:10 minutes
Yield:2 servings 1x
Category:Appetizer
Method:Assembled
Cuisine:Mediterranean
Diet:Halal
Ingredients
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2 slices whole grain or sourdough bread, toasted
1/2cup fresh ricotta cheese
4–5 ripe figs, halved or quartered
4 slices prosciutto
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Flaky sea salt, to taste
Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp.
Spread a generous layer of ricotta cheese onto each toast.
Arrange fig halves over the ricotta, gently pressing them in.
Drape slices of prosciutto between the figs for a layered, textured look.
Drizzle with honey and a touch of olive oil.
Sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves, sea salt, and cracked black pepper.
Serve immediately while the bread is crisp and the toppings are fresh.
Notes
Use fresh, ripe figs for the best flavor and texture.
Swap ricotta for goat cheese or cream cheese for variation.