Pumpkin Ricotta Toast
Pumpkin Ricotta Toast is a delightful autumn-inspired dish that elevates breakfast or brunch with its creamy ricotta, sweet pumpkin puree, and warm spices. Picture crispy slices of sourdough bread generously topped with a luscious ricotta mixture and a sprinkle of toasted pecans for added crunch. This versatile toast is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor, making it perfect for cozy mornings or impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 thick slices sourdough bread
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons toasted pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and toast the sourdough slices on a baking sheet for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Spread a generous layer of pumpkin puree over each slice of toasted bread.
- Spoon dollops of the ricotta mixture over the pumpkin puree.
- Sprinkle with toasted pecans if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of Pumpkin Ricotta Toast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg