Ricotta Walnut Apple Crostini
Thin apple slices and walnuts sit over ricotta on crisp bread for a small sweet-savory bite. It is a snack that needs no cooked fruit topping. Slice the apple finely enough to eat comfortably on the toast and toss it with the listed lemon juice. Keep an eye on the bread under the broiler before assembling the finished pieces.
European · Preparation time: 12 min · Cook time: 6 min · Total time: 18 min · 2 servings · Easy
Recipe timing and yield are estimates. This recipe has not been kitchen-tested.
Ingredients
- 120 g Wheat bread
- 140 g Ricotta cheese
- 120 g Apple
- 30 g Walnuts
- 10 ml Olive oil
- 10 ml Lemon juice
Allergens listed for these ingredients · Wheat, Milk, Tree nuts. Check package labels.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Brush thin bread slices with oil and toast under a grill or broiler until crisp, watching closely.
- Core and slice apple thinly and toss with lemon juice. Chop walnuts coarsely.
- Spread ricotta on the warm crostini, top with apple and scatter walnuts. Serve while the bread retains its crunch.
Official food storage reference
Equipment
Kitchen scale, measuring jug, knife, cutting board, mixing bowl, oven, baking tray, spatula or spoon.
Storage
Keep perishable ingredients refrigerated according to their labels. Serve promptly. Chill cooked leftovers promptly in shallow covered portions and consult the official storage chart for the food type.
For perishable foods and leftovers, U.S. FDA guidance calls for prompt refrigeration, no more than two hours at room temperature (one hour above 32°C/90°F), and a refrigerator at or below 4°C/40°F. Follow the product label and local guidance. Smell and appearance alone cannot establish safety.
FDA handling and storage conditions
Ingredient substitution
Use the listed apple, not pear, if following this formulation exactly. Pear is softer and wetter; no pear variation has been evaluated for keeping the crostini crisp.
Editorial guidance, not kitchen-tested. Check product labels and allergens after any change. These notes do not change automatic inventory matching.
Ingredient substitution principles (Colorado State University Extension)Cooking Tips
Read through the method and measure the ingredients before heating the pan. Use the listed equipment and check the recipe-specific handling notes above.
FAQ
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