
Italian Cuisine
Baked Ricotta with Tomatoes and Basil
Baked ricotta is a sophisticated appetizer that turns simple ingredients into restaurant-quality fare. During baking, the soft cheese becomes creamy and airy inside while retaining a light texture, while its pairing with warm tomatoes and fresh basil unlocks new depths of flavor. The natural sweetness of the tomatoes, enhanced by the aroma of herbs, perfectly complements the mild, milky taste of the ricotta. This dish serves as an ideal brunch: it looks impressive, requires minimal effort, and creates a cozy atmosphere where every spread of cheese on a crusty toast delivers a culinary delight.
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Recipe overview
- Total time
- 30 min
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cooking
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Cuisine
- Italian Cuisine
Nutrition
per serving
- Calories
- 320 kcal
- Protein
- 14 g
- Fat
- 22 g
- Carbs
- 12 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
Step by step
Method
- 01
Preheat oven to 180°C
Preheat oven to 180°C. Spread ricotta in a small baking dish, make a slight indentation on top, and drizzle with olive oil.
- 02
Arrange whole cherry tomatoes around the ricotta, add a garli…
Arrange whole cherry tomatoes around the ricotta, add a garlic clove, and sprinkle with salt. Bake for 15-20 minutes until tomatoes are soft.
- 03
Remove from oven, garnish with fresh basil, and serve immedia…
Remove from oven, garnish with fresh basil, and serve immediately while warm.
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Useful advice
Cooking tip
Use a small ceramic baking dish to help the ricotta hold its shape rather than spreading out.
How to serve
Serve with hot ciabatta toasts or a fresh baguette to scoop up the sauce.
How to store
Keep refrigerated for up to 2 days; reheat in the oven before serving.
Note
Tomatoes can be roasted in advance, but the ricotta itself is best baked just before serving.


