Hot Honey Goat Cheese Crostini (Printable)

Golden toasted baguette with creamy goat cheese blend and sweet-spicy honey drizzle

# What You’ll Use:

→ Bread

01 - 1 baguette, sliced into 16 half-inch pieces
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Cheese Spread

03 - 4 ounces goat cheese, softened
04 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
06 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Hot Honey

07 - 1/4 cup honey
08 - 1/2 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

→ Garnish

09 - Fresh thyme or microgreens

# How-To:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange baguette slices on the prepared sheet. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil.
03 - Bake for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp. Allow to cool slightly.
04 - In a small bowl, combine softened goat cheese, cream cheese, chives, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and spreadable.
05 - In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, gently warm honey and red pepper flakes together for 1 to 2 minutes. Set aside to infuse.
06 - Spread approximately 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture onto each toasted baguette slice.
07 - Drizzle the infused hot honey evenly over the cheese-topped crostini.
08 - Garnish with fresh thyme or microgreens if desired. Serve immediately while crostini are still crisp.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in under 25 minutes.
  • A perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and creamy textures.
  • Sophisticated presentation suitable for any entertaining occasion.
  • Vegetarian-friendly and easily customizable.
02 -
  • Use a high-quality baguette to ensure a sturdy and crisp base.
  • Prepare the cheese mixture up to a day in advance to save time when entertaining.
  • Drizzle the honey just before serving to prevent the bread from becoming soft.
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