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Strawberry Bruschetta with Basil and Ricotta

Updated: Jan 23, 2026 | Author: Georgie Clegg · This post may contain affiliate links

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This strawberry bruschetta is a perfect brunch recipe when you want something light, quick, easy and delicious! Crunchy bread topped with a light ricotta cheese, with a subtle yet delicious balsamic and basil flavour, this is perfect for summer breakfast! 

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Guyyysssssssss!

Happy May! You know what that means, only a month and a little bit till Summer!  Can I get a woop woop!

Once again I've been updating some of my older posts from THCK last year, and I freaking love this recipe! This strawberry bruschetta is so versatile, and makes the most delish recipe for weekend brunching or Mother's Day!

Some very exciting things are coming to THCK this month and next month, and I am so excited to share them with you!

I've got approximately 30 work days left until the summer break begins and am SO hanging out for the summer!

I know for one, that Archie will be super happy I'm off work for that long. Poor little guy gets lonely at home while we are both at work, but he won't have to worry soon!

Who else is excited about spring and summer? This summer I am planning on getting some serious hustling done, as well as enjoying some down time with Archie and Adam on weekends. It's going to be weird actually having my weekends back!

The side hustle is great, but far out working every weekend gets old quickly!

But for now, let's get onto this strawberry bruschetta recipe!

This is probably one of the quickest recipes I have on THCK. It literally takes under 10 minutes and, a bonus is, that it's only 5 ingredients.

It's amazing how a dish with only 5 ingredients can taste so darn good! I love a good bruschetta recipe, but I particularly love this one because it's SO simple!

This strawberry basil ricotta bruschetta is great for many reasons.

  1. it tastes amazing (duh) - the combination of flavours is subtle, slightly sweet and a little tangy making for a beautifully balanced dish.
  2. it is so easy - bread, ricotta, strawberry, basil, balsamic glaze and done.
  3. this would be perfect for whip up for a brunch gathering, I'm thinking some mimosa's or sparkling, are you feeling me?
  4. you can make as much or as little as you want! I made four slices just for me and it was perfect. You could use a whole loaf of bread and feed a gathering of 6!

But seriously, sah good you'll absolutely love it!

So here's cheers to hectic summers, new houses, puppy play time, family visits, travel and brunching on strawberry bruschetta!

with love - georgie x x

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Strawberry Bruschetta with Basil and Ricotta

Georgie Clegg
This strawberry bruschetta is perfect for a girl's brunch or a family gathering. It's so easy to make, and requires 5 simple ingredients!
5 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine Australian
Servings 2 people
Calories 161 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 4 slices sliced bread note 1
  • 4 strawberries whole
  • 3 basil leaves roughly chopped
  • 4 teaspoon ricotta note 2
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic glaze note 3
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Instructions
 

  • Place bread in toaster and toast until golden brown.
  • Spread over a thick layer of ricotta onto toast.
  • Top with sliced strawberries, and basil.
  • Drizzle over balsamic glaze.
  • Serve.

Notes

Note 1 - we used Pugliese bread, but a baguette or good quality sourdough would also work.
Note 2 - I also think goat cheese would work really well with this recipe, although I haven't tried it. Goats cheese was my original thought for this recipe.
Note 3 - balsamic glaze can be found in most supermarkets in the vinegar section. It is balsamic vinegar mixed with sugar to make a slightly sweet thick glaze. It is absolutely delicious!
*the quantities for this recipe are for about four pieces of toast. You can make as much as you want, there are no right or wrong quantities it is totally customizable* The nutrition information is for 2 people, however. 

Nutrition

Calories: 161kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 254mgPotassium: 94mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 75IUVitamin C: 14.1mgCalcium: 151mgIron: 1.9mg
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Comments

  1. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says

    May 02, 2018 at 12:45 pm

    5 stars
    What a lovely brunch idea, love the combination of flavours!

    Reply
    • Georgie says

      May 02, 2018 at 2:07 pm

      thanks Bintu! it's one of my favourite flavour combinations and it's SO easy!

      Reply
  2. Annemarie says

    May 02, 2018 at 12:28 pm

    5 stars
    This is so beautiful! I can't wait to try it with fresh strawberries this spring.

    Reply
    • Georgie says

      May 02, 2018 at 2:07 pm

      i am SO excited for strawberry season! let me know how it goes 🙂

      Reply
  3. Vicky says

    May 02, 2018 at 10:37 am

    5 stars
    A 10 minute recipe? I'm there. I like how these are light and delightful and easy to prep when entertaining.

    Reply
    • Georgie says

      May 02, 2018 at 11:38 am

      yes! i am ALL for quick recipes too Vicky! thanks!

      Reply
  4. Teri Stephens says

    May 02, 2018 at 10:33 am

    5 stars
    Mother's Day brunch idea!? Love this. Some of my favorite combinations, and I love the strawberries with ricotta. Great delicious decision.

    Reply
    • Georgie says

      May 02, 2018 at 11:38 am

      thanks Teri! it would be great for a Mother's Day brunch! the strawberries go so well with the basil, ricotta and balsamic.

      Reply
  5. Adriana Lopez Martin says

    May 02, 2018 at 10:25 am

    5 stars
    What a a lovely low calorie idea is this! Great use of the berries with a savory application. Super nice snack or party appetizer too.

    Reply
    • Georgie says

      May 02, 2018 at 11:37 am

      thanks Adriana! it's a great way to still enjoy the things you love without feeling too guilty! love it for breakfast on weekends in summer!

      Reply
  6. Alia | Everyday Easy Eats says

    July 26, 2017 at 8:50 pm

    Hi Georgie! This is such a great bruschetta recipe! Stawberries + balsamic + basil + ricotta sounds like a fabulous combination. This would be a perfect appetizer for a summer party. Lovely photos too! 🙂

    Reply
  7. Rachael @ Rachael's Foodie Life says

    July 26, 2017 at 4:08 am

    i love the sound of this bruschetta! i am making it tomorrow morning. and i am right there with you on feeling all over the place because i'm disorganised i've actually set aside 2 hours this weekend to sit down and plan out a few things so i can start feeling less overwhelmed

    Reply
    • Georgie says

      July 26, 2017 at 2:28 pm

      let me know if you make it 🙂 setting aside time sounds like a great plan! only thing is, I don't have time to set aside to figure out how to set aside time ha ha ha! after next week everything will be back to normalish!

      Reply
  8. Katherine | Love In My Oven says

    July 24, 2017 at 8:26 pm

    I'm amazed and impressed that you were able to fit in a recipe with everything going on!! I'm so excited for you! Life should be full of adventure (and a little anxiety over the excitement). I so hope you get a puppy 😉 Cheers!

    Reply
    • Georgie says

      July 26, 2017 at 2:29 pm

      ha ha i was meant to do one today but just couldn't! life is very exciting actually, I shouldn't be complaining! i so so SO hope we get our puppy too! thanks Katherine 🙂

      Reply
  9. Deepika|TheLoveOfCakes says

    July 24, 2017 at 9:33 am

    That is such a pretty and delicious looking breakfast!! And so freaking easy 🙂 Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Georgie says

      July 24, 2017 at 4:58 pm

      thank you Deepika! I love this recipe, it's so easy to make!

      Reply
  10. Pamela (BrooklynFarmGirl) says

    July 21, 2017 at 6:04 pm

    This is so perfect for breakfast/brunch. Yum! 🙂

    Reply
    • Georgie says

      July 24, 2017 at 4:57 pm

      thanks Pamela! i love the fact that it literally takes 5 minutes to make too! hope you and bubba are going well 🙂

      Reply
  11. Milena | Craft Beering says

    July 20, 2017 at 1:34 pm

    I love this bruschetta. I've always been a fan of basil (versus mint) with strawberries in desserts, so your recipe totally matches my taste:) Breathe deeply - everything will fall into place.

    Reply
    • Georgie says

      July 24, 2017 at 4:56 pm

      Totally agree Milen about the mint vs basil! Basil in desserts or sweet things is totally underrated! and thanks for your positive vibes, totally needing them right now!

      Reply
  12. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

    July 20, 2017 at 7:28 am

    YES! It seems like I always have 50 things to do at once or nothing to do at all. Why can't I find some balance? I'm so excited for your parents to visit! I love when I see mine and they don't live nearly as far away as your do :). AND OMG A PUPPY! I'm crossing my fingers for you. That's so wonderful! This bruschetta looks amazing. I love that drizzle of balsamic!

    Reply
    • Georgie says

      July 24, 2017 at 4:56 pm

      Urgh, literally no balance in my life right now! I cant wait for my parents to come over either! it's been 7 months since I've seen them and they have never visited the US before!! and omg, you'll be getting SO many puppy updates if we get her! so exicted 🙂

      Reply
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