Description
Fresh cherry and goat cheese crostini are a vibrant, refreshing appetizer perfect for summer gatherings. The sweet, juicy cherries paired with creamy goat cheese on crispy baguette slices create an irresistible flavor combination that will impress your guests. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this recipe is ideal for brunches, picnics, or casual entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 French baguette (12 inches)
- 1 cup fresh cherries (pitted and halved)
- 4 oz goat cheese (soft)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the baguette into half-inch thick rounds and arrange on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over each slice and bake for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
- While the bread toasts, wash and prepare the cherries by pitting and halving them.
- Spread goat cheese generously on each toasted baguette slice.
- Top with halved cherries, drizzle with honey, and sprinkle fresh thyme leaves.
- Serve immediately on a platter for guests to enjoy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crostinis (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg