Description
Indulge in the irresistible combination of crispy baguette, creamy cheese, and fresh berries with this Berry & Cheese Crostini recipe. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights in, these crostinis are easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a stunning appetizer that will impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fresh baguette (sliced into ½-inch rounds)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 2 tbsp honey
- Fresh mint leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until golden brown. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning.
- In a bowl, soften the cream cheese with a fork until smooth. Optional: add herbs or spices for extra flavor.
- Spread cream cheese generously over each toasted slice.
- Layer mixed berries on top, resembling edible art.
- Drizzle honey over each crostini and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
- Enjoy warm or at room temperature as a delightful appetizer!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg