Description
These berry and goat cheese crostini are a fresh and elegant appetizer featuring creamy goat cheese, sweet berries, crunchy walnuts, and a tangy balsamic drizzle on crisp toasted bread.
Ingredients
- 1 small loaf ciabatta or French baguette, thinly sliced
- 4 ounces goat cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1/4 cup walnuts, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (basil or mint), finely chopped
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the sliced bread on a baking sheet and toast for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly crisp.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the goat cheese, honey, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the goat cheese mixture evenly over each toasted bread slice.
- Top with fresh berries, chopped walnuts, and fresh herbs.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and season lightly with sea salt and black pepper.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a mix of berries for the best flavor and presentation.
- Mint adds freshness while basil gives a slightly savory note.
- Toast the bread just before serving to maintain crispness.
- Pecans can be substituted for walnuts if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
