Strawberry Goat Cheese Crostini

Looking for a fresh and easy appetizer that is just perfect for summer? This mouthwatering Strawberry Goat Cheese Crostini recipe will delight your guests.

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This simple sweet and savoury summer appetizer is just perfect for summer parties.  This Strawberry Goat Cheese Crostini consists of thin slices of toasted baguette topped with creamy tangy goat cheese, sweet juicy strawberries, a drizzle of maple balsamic reduction and finally a sprinkle of finely chopped fresh mint or basil. This appetizer is a must when you can get your hands on fresh local strawberries and is a great example of how we can combine sweet and savoury ingredients to create addictive flavour combinations.

If you love to go strawberry picking this is a delicious recipe for using up some of your fresh strawberries. What’s great about this lovely appetizer is that once you’ve gathered your ingredients you don’t actually need a recipe, just remember that you’ll need to simmer equal parts of maple syrup and balsamic vinegar to create a luscious glaze to drizzle on your assembled crostini.  Enjoy!

Strawberry Goat Cheese Crostini

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Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

5 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

This simple sweet and savoury summer appetizer is just perfect for summer parties. This Strawberry Goat Cheese Crostini consists of thin slices of toasted baguette topped with creamy tangy goat cheese, sweet juicy strawberries, a drizzle of maple balsamic reduction and finally a sprinkle of finely chopped fresh mint or basil.

Course: Appetizer

Keyword: Balsamic Vinegar, Crostini, Goat Cheese, Maple Syrup, Strawberry

Calories: 301kcal

Ingredients

Strawberry Goat Cheese Crostini

• 1/2 baguette thinly sliced crosswise into 1/2 inch slices
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil more if needed
• 4 ounces goat cheese approx. 1/2 cup
• 1 cup strawberries fresh, stems removed and sliced
• 2 sprigs fresh mint or basil thinly sliced

Maple Balsamic Reduction

• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1/4 cup Balsamic vinegar good quality

Instructions

Maple Balsamic Reduction*

• Add equal parts maple syrup and balsamic vinegar to a small pot set over medium heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low once the mixture begins to simmer. Let the mixture simmer until it is reduced by about half, approximately 6-8 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool before drizzling onto the crostini.*

Strawberry Goat Cheese Crostini

• Place an oven rack to the highest position and preheat the broiler. Arrange the baguette slices on the baking tray and brush one side with olive oil.  Toast until lightly golden, about 3 minutes. Turn the slices over, brush with oil and toast under the broiler for approx. 3 minutes more. Let the crostini cool to room temperature.
  
• Once at room temperature spread goat cheese over crostini and top with sliced strawberries. Drizzle balsamic reduction on crostini and sprinkle with sliced mint or basil.
  
• Serve immediately.
  

Notes

*A good quality storebought balsamic glaze can be used instead of a homemade reduction.

*If you prefer a less sweet glaze, you can use a 2 to 1 ratio for the balsamic vinegar and maple syrup.

*Baguette slices can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one day.

Nutrition

Calories: 301kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 302mg | Potassium: 152mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 6.3% | Vitamin C: 25.7% | Calcium: 9.6% | Iron: 9.6%

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