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apple pie ricotta toast

(3 ratings)
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Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Anna B.
@AnnaBrav
Xoxo, CT

This recipe gives an apple pie a healthy makeover! It replaces refined sugars, unhealthy fats, and a scoop of vanilla ice cream with nutritious syrupy apples on top of a whole grain toast covered with creamy (and protein-rich) ricotta cheese. My daughter loves to wake up to the sight of this apple pie on her breakfast plate. Both my husband and I love this quick, easy, and absolutely mouthwatering treat as well.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

This apple pie ricotta toast is a healthier option for your breakfast or snack lineup. The apples are cooked in unrefined sugars and apple pie spice that make the apples taste exactly like apple pie. Protein-packed ricotta cheese is brightened with a touch of lemon zest. It's a delicious sweet and savory combination when combined with the apples.

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
(3 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For apple pie ricotta toast

  • 1 Tbsp
    canola oil
  • 2 lg
    Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into thin wedges
  • 1/4 c
    light agave nectar
  • 1/4 c
    palm sugar
  • 1/4 tsp
    apple pie spice
  • 1 tsp
    fresh-squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 c
    water
  • 3/4 c
    part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 1 tsp
    lemon zest, grated
  • 6 slice
    whole grain crusty bread, toasted (3/4 inch-thick)

How To Make apple pie ricotta toast

Test Kitchen Tips
We could only find coconut palm sugar and used that as a substitute for palm sugar.
  • Heat oil and saute apples.
    1
    In a large skillet, heat canola oil and add sliced apples. Saute on medium-low heat for about 2-3 minutes or until the apples start to soften.
  • Add agave nectar, palm sugar, apple pie spice, lemon juice, and water.
    2
    Add agave nectar, palm sugar, apple pie spice, lemon juice, and water. Bring it to a boil.
  • Simmer over low heat until the apples are tender.
    3
    Simmer over low heat until the apples are tender and the sauce is syrupy; about 10 minutes.
  • Combine ricotta cheese with lemon zest.
    4
    In a medium-sized bowl, combine ricotta cheese with lemon zest.
  • Spread the ricotta-lemon mixture onto toasted bread slices and top with apples.
    5
    Spread a generous amount of the ricotta-lemon mixture onto toasted bread slices. Using a slotted spoon, spoon the apples over it. Drizzle with the syrup. Serve immediately.
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