Description
Elegant Italian-inspired “Balsamic Blueberry Goat Cheese Crostinis” blend sweet and tangy flavors into a sophisticated appetizer. Crisp bread topped with creamy goat cheese and juicy blueberries will delight guests at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 French baguette, sliced
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) blueberries
- 4 ounces (113 grams) goat cheese
Sauce/Glaze:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) balsamic glaze
Garnish:
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Arrange oven rack in the middle position and heat to 375F (190C), creating an ideal toasting environment for the baguette slices.
- Slice baguette diagonally into thin, uniform pieces to ensure even toasting and consistent texture.
- Arrange bread slices on a rimmed baking sheet, spreading them in a single layer without overcrowding to promote crisp, golden edges.
- Toast bread for 5-7 minutes until edges turn light golden brown and surfaces become crisp and delicate.
- Remove baking sheet from oven and let crostini cool slightly for easier handling and spreading.
- Using a butter knife or small offset spatula, generously spread creamy goat cheese across each toasted baguette slice, ensuring complete coverage.
- Carefully distribute fresh blueberries over the goat cheese, creating an even, attractive layer that maximizes fruit-to-cheese ratio.
- Elegantly drizzle balsamic glaze in a zigzag pattern across the blueberry-topped crostini, allowing the rich, tangy sauce to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Delicately garnish each crostini with fresh basil leaves, torn or chiffonade, to add a vibrant, aromatic finishing touch.
- Arrange on a serving platter and present immediately to preserve the optimal temperature and texture of the appetizer.
Notes
- Experiment with different bread types like sourdough or whole grain for varied textures and flavors.
- Toast baguette slices slightly longer for extra crunchiness if you prefer a more robust base.
- Swap goat cheese with cream cheese or ricotta for those who find goat cheese too tangy.
- Create a vegan version by using dairy-free cheese alternatives and ensuring balsamic glaze is plant-based.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 165 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg