Grilled Peach Ricotta Toast

Grilling ripe peaches caramelizes their sugars and lends a gentle smoky edge to summer brunch. Spooned over olive-oil-brushed sourdough with creamy ricotta, honey, and thyme, the toast feels simple yet celebratory.

Serves 4 · 15 min prep · 12 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 385 cal
• 12g protein
• 48g carbs
• 17g fat
• 5g fiber

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Ingredients

• 3 medium ripe peaches
• 4 slices thick-sliced sourdough bread
• 1 cup whole-milk ricotta
• 3 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup toasted pecans, roughly chopped
• 1 tsp lemon zest

Instructions

1. 1Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F, and oil the grates lightly so the fruit and bread do not stick. Halve the peaches, remove the pits, and brush the cut sides with olive oil.
2. 2Place peaches cut-side down on the hot grill. Grill without moving for 3 to 4 minutes until deep grill marks appear and the flesh softens and caramelizes at the edges. Flip briefly for 1 minute on the skin side, then transfer to a cutting board.
3. 3Brush both sides of the sourdough slices with the remaining olive oil. Grill the bread 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden with light char marks and a crisp exterior but still soft inside.
4. 4While the bread grills, stir the ricotta in a small bowl with the lemon zest, half the thyme, black pepper, and honey until creamy and lightly sweetened.
5. 5Slice the grilled peaches into thick wedges, discarding any overly charred bits. Taste one wedge—if peaches are very tart, drizzle them lightly with a little extra honey.
6. 6Spread each grilled toast generously with the seasoned ricotta, going all the way to the edges so every bite is creamy.
7. 7Arrange peach wedges over the ricotta in a slightly overlapping pattern. Drizzle the remaining honey over the peaches and toast.
8. 8Scatter toasted pecans and the rest of the fresh thyme on top. Finish with flaky sea salt and a final grind of black pepper. Serve immediately on a large board so guests can grab a toast while still warm.