Description
These Goat Cheese, Honey, & Fruit Crostini are an effortless and elegant appetizer that combines crunchy toasted baguette slices with creamy goat cheese sweetened with honey and topped with fresh seasonal fruit. Perfect for entertaining or a light snack, this recipe offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 1 French baguette (18 inches), cut into 3/4-inch slices
Cheese Mixture
- 8 ounces creamy goat cheese
- 2 Tablespoons honey, plus more for drizzling
Topping
- 1 cup sliced fruit (strawberries, blackberries, peaches)
Instructions
- Preheat and Toast Bread: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and bake them for 10 to 12 minutes until they become lightly toasted and crisp. This step creates the perfect crunchy base for your crostini.
- Prepare Goat Cheese Mixture: While the bread is toasting, combine the creamy goat cheese and 2 tablespoons of honey in a bowl. Mix until the texture is relatively smooth, though a slightly crumbly texture is acceptable. This honey-infused goat cheese spread adds a sweet and tangy creaminess.
- Assemble Crostini: Once the bread slices have toasted and cooled slightly, spread a generous layer of the goat cheese and honey mixture onto each slice. Top each crostini with the sliced fresh fruit of your choice, such as strawberries, blackberries, or peaches, to add a burst of freshness and color.
- Drizzle with Honey and Serve: Just before serving, drizzle additional honey over each crostini to enhance the sweetness and add a glossy finish. Serve immediately to enjoy the combination of crunchy, creamy, sweet, and fresh flavors.
- Store Leftovers: If you have any leftover crostini, cover them tightly and keep refrigerated for up to a couple of days to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Crunchy toasted bread paired with a blend of honey and goat cheese is the perfect match for seasonal fresh fruit.
- This is the easiest appetizer you can put together with minimal cooking required.
- Feel free to use any fresh fruit you prefer or what is in season for variation.
- Serve these crostini as a light snack, appetizer, or part of a brunch spread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 12mg
