Description
Roasted Cherry & Burrata Dream Toast is a vibrant and indulgent dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This delightful recipe features crispy sourdough bread topped with creamy burrata and sweet, balsamic-roasted cherries. It’s an ideal choice for brunch, a light lunch, or as a stunning appetizer to impress your guests. The combination of flavors creates a unique taste experience that is both refreshing and satisfying. With easy preparation steps and fresh ingredients, you’ll love how simple it is to create this gourmet treat at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thick slices sourdough bread
- Olive oil for brushing
- Flaky sea salt for finishing
- 2 burrata balls (room temperature)
- 300g (2 cups) fresh dark cherries, pitted
- 2 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
- 2 tsp honey or maple syrup
- Fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200C (400F).
- In a baking dish, toss pitted cherries with aged balsamic vinegar and honey or maple syrup. Roast for 15-18 minutes until soft and syrupy.
- Brush both sides of sourdough slices with olive oil and toast in a skillet or broiler until golden brown; sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Assemble by placing warm toasted sourdough on plates, topping each with half a burrata ball, and spooning the roasted cherries over them.
- Drizzle extra balsamic over each toast and garnish with herbs if desired. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of toast (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg