Description

Berry Bruschetta Toasts are a fresh, vibrant appetizer perfect for any occasion. These toasts feature a crispy whole wheat baguette base topped with light and fluffy sweetened ricotta cheese and a medley of fresh berries tossed with mint and natural sweetness. The combination of creamy ricotta, juicy berries, and the hint of mint makes for an irresistible, healthy snack or light dessert.

Ingredients

Scale

Sweetened Ricotta Mixture

3/4 cup Part-Skim Ricotta Cheese
1 tablespoon Truvia® Sweet Complete® Granulated All-Purpose Stevia Leaf Sweetener

Baguette

1 Whole Wheat Baguette

Berry Topping

1/2 cup Fresh Strawberries
1/2 cup Fresh Blueberries
1/4 cup Cherries
1/4 cup Fresh Blackberries
1 tablespoon Fresh Mint leaves
1 tablespoon Truvia® Sweet Complete® Granulated All-Purpose Stevia Leaf Sweetener

Instructions

Toast the Baguette: Lightly toast whole wheat baguette slices under a broiler or in a toaster oven until golden and crisp. Once toasted, set them aside to cool slightly.
Prepare Sweetened Ricotta: Whisk together the part-skim ricotta cheese and 1 tablespoon of Truvia® Sweet Complete® Granulated Stevia until the mixture is light and fluffy. Refrigerate it until you’re ready to assemble the toasts.
Mix the Berries: In a medium bowl, gently toss together the fresh strawberries, blueberries, cherries, blackberries, fresh mint leaves, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of Truvia®. This allows the berries to get evenly sweetened.
Let the Berry Mixture Rest: Allow the berry mixture to sit at room temperature for at least 10 minutes. This resting time releases fruit juices, enhancing flavor and juiciness.
Assemble the Bruschetta Toasts: Spread a generous layer of the whipped ricotta mixture onto each toasted baguette slice. Then top each with a spoonful of the berry mixture. Garnish with additional mint leaves if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Using a whole wheat baguette adds a wholesome, nutty flavor and extra fiber to the toasts.
Allowing the berries to macerate for 10 minutes helps soften them and intensifies their natural sweetness.
For a dairy-free version, substitute ricotta with a plant-based soft cheese.
This recipe is best served fresh to maintain the crispness of the baguette.
You can substitute Truvia® with your preferred sweetener but adjust quantities to taste.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Berry Bruschetta, Ricotta Toast, Healthy Appetizer, Whole Wheat Baguette, Fresh Berries, Mint, Light Snack