Description
Fresh cherry and goat cheese crostini is a vibrant appetizer that beautifully combines sweet and savory flavors. With crisp baguette slices topped with creamy goat cheese, juicy cherries, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze, this dish transforms any gathering into a culinary delight. Perfect for casual get-togethers or elegant soirées, it’s simple to prepare yet impressive enough to wow your guests. Enjoy the taste of summer in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 French baguette (sliced into 1/2-inch rounds)
- 8 oz creamy goat cheese
- 1 cup fresh cherries (pitted and halved)
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Toast in the oven for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Spread goat cheese generously on each toasted slice while warm.
- Top with halved cherries and sprinkle chopped basil over them.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg