Cranberry and Goat Cheese Crostini
Cranberry and goat cheese crostini is a visually stunning appetizer that marries creamy goat cheese with the sweet-tart notes of cranberry sauce, all atop perfectly toasted baguette slices. This elegant yet simple dish is ideal for holiday gatherings, cocktail parties, or cozy nights in. With minimal prep time and just a handful of ingredients, these delightful bites are sure to impress your guests and elevate any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 crostini 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fresh baguette (12 ounces)
- 8 ounces creamy goat cheese
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the baguette into half-inch thick rounds and arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Toast the bread in the oven for about 10 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Spread a generous layer of goat cheese on each toasted slice.
- Top each slice with cranberry sauce.
- Garnish with chopped rosemary and drizzle honey on top.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crostini (30g each)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg