Description

This recipe features light and fluffy whipped ricotta topped with rich, burnt honey and served on warm, toasted croissants for an indulgent brunch or breakfast treat. The sweetness of the caramelized honey perfectly complements the creamy ricotta, enhanced with a hint of lemon zest and sea salt. Fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary add an optional aromatic touch to elevate this elegant yet simple dish.

Ingredients

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Whipped Ricotta

1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Burnt Honey

1/2 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Croissants and Garnish

4 fresh croissants
1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for toasting)
Flaky sea salt for garnish
Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional for garnish)

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Instructions

Prepare the Whipped Ricotta: In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, heavy cream, lemon zest, and sea salt. Whip the mixture using a hand mixer or food processor until it becomes light and fluffy, which should take about 1-2 minutes.
Make the Burnt Honey: In a small saucepan over medium heat, gently cook the honey. Stir occasionally and watch carefully until it darkens to a deep amber color, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract to add a fragrant sweetness.
Toast the Croissants: Slice each croissant in half horizontally. Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt the unsalted butter. Place the croissant halves cut side down in the skillet and toast until they are golden and crisp, which takes approximately 2 minutes.
Assemble the Croissants: Spread a generous layer of the whipped ricotta onto the bottom half of each toasted croissant. Drizzle the burnt honey over the ricotta and sprinkle with flaky sea salt to taste. Add fresh thyme or rosemary leaves for an optional herbal accent.
Serve Warm: Top each croissant with its other half and serve immediately while warm for the best texture and flavor experience.

Notes

You can make the whipped ricotta ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days, making it great for meal prep.
For extra flavor, try adding a touch of orange zest to the whipped ricotta or swapping thyme with rosemary as an herb garnish.
Use high-quality whole milk ricotta for the creamiest texture and best taste.
Be cautious when heating the honey to avoid burning it too much, which could cause bitterness.