Hot Honey Goat Cheese Crostini (Printable)

Toasted baguette with whipped goat cheese and hot honey drizzle—perfect 25-minute appetizer for gatherings.

# What You’ll Use:

→ Bread

01 - 1 baguette, sliced into ½-inch slices (about 16 slices)

→ Cheese

02 - 4 oz fresh goat cheese, softened
03 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened

→ Hot Honey

04 - ¼ cup honey
05 - ½–1 tsp red pepper flakes, adjusted to taste

→ Garnish

06 - 1 tbsp fresh chives or thyme, finely chopped
07 - Flaky sea salt to taste

→ For Brushing

08 - 2 tbsp olive oil

# How-To:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides lightly with olive oil.
02 - Bake for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
03 - In a small bowl, combine softened goat cheese and cream cheese, stirring until smooth and creamy.
04 - In a microwave-safe bowl, combine honey and red pepper flakes. Warm gently for 15–20 seconds in the microwave or over low heat until fragrant. Stir and let sit for one minute to infuse flavors.
05 - Spread a layer of the cheese mixture onto each toasted baguette slice.
06 - Drizzle each crostini generously with infused hot honey.
07 - Top with fresh herbs and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect Texture: Combines a crunchy baguette base with silky smooth cheese.
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 25 minutes with minimal prep work.
  • Customizable Heat: Easily adjust the spice level by varying the amount of red pepper flakes.
02 -
  • Make Ahead: You can prepare the hot honey in advance and store it in a jar for up to a week.
  • Infusion: Let the honey sit for at least a minute after heating to allow the pepper flakes to fully release their heat.
  • Allergen Care: Always check ingredient labels for milk and wheat; use gluten-free alternatives where necessary.
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