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Close-up of balsamic cherry and goat cheese crostini topped with fresh basil on a wooden platter.
Alyssa

Balsamic Cherry and Goat Cheese Crostini

Delicious crostini topped with a mixture of balsamic cherries and creamy goat cheese, perfect as an appetizer.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh cherries (pitted and roughly chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons fresh basil (cut into thin ribbons, divided)
  • 8 ounces plain goat cheese (creamy)
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • extra virgin olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the cherries, honey, vinegar, 2 tablespoons of the basil, and a pinch of salt. Cook over medium-low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cherries start to release their juice. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. Meanwhile, arrange bread slices on a sheet pan. Brush lightly with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and bake for 10 minutes, or until lightly toasted.
  4. To assemble the crostini, spread a layer of goat cheese onto each slice, then top with a spoonful of cherries. Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of basil over the crostini and serve immediately.
  5. While you can make the cherry mixture in advance, the longer it sits, the more the cherries lose their bright red color. It is recommended to make them right before serving.

Notes

This appetizer is best served fresh to maintain the vibrant colors and flavors.