Best 20 Goat Cheese Crostini Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors presented by this ensemble of goat cheese crostini recipes. Embark on a culinary journey that encompasses a variety of tantalizing taste profiles, textures, and presentations. From the classic pairing of honey and thyme to the zesty kick of sun-dried tomatoes and arugula, each recipe offers a unique interpretation of this timeless appetizer. Whether you're hosting a sophisticated soirée or simply seeking an easy and elegant snack, these crostini will undoubtedly impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FIG, GOAT CHEESE, AND PROSCIUTTO CROSTINI



Fig, Goat Cheese, and Prosciutto Crostini image

Get ready to nosh on crispy crostini topped with fresh figs, creamy goat cheese, and prosciutto.

Provided by Bonne Maman

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 loaf fresh baguette (cut into 12 slices)
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 ounces goat cheese, plain, at room temperature
12 tablespoons Bonne Maman Fig Preserves
12 slices of prosciutto
Fresh arugula

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Slice 12 ½-inch slices of bread from the baguette. Place on a baking sheet, and brush generously with the olive oil. Sprinkle a little salt if desired on each slice.
  • Bake for about 10 mins, or until crisp and slightly golden. Remove from oven and cool slightly.
  • Spread goat cheese on each crostini. Spread about a tablespoon of Bonne Maman Fig Preserves on top of the goat cheese.
  • Fold the slices of prosciutto neatly and place on top of each crostini.
  • Lay fresh arugula leaves on top of each crostini to taste.

CARAMELIZED ONION AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI



Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Crostini image

Caramelized onions topped with cheese and served on French bread! Relish a crispy appetizer ready in an hour.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 medium sweet onions, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
24 slices (1/4-inch thick) French bread baguette
Nonstick cooking spray
1 package (4 oz) chèvre (goat) cheese, softened
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or oregano leaves

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Stir in onions; cook uncovered 10 minutes, stirring every 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in salt, brown sugar, and vinegar. Cook 30 to 35 minutes longer, stirring every 5 minutes, until onions are deep golden brown (onions will shrink during cooking). Cool slightly.
  • Heat oven to 325°F. Place bread slices on ungreased cookie sheet; spray lightly with non-stick cooking spray. Bake 6 to 9 minutes or until crispy.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine goat cheese and cream cheese; blending until smooth; set aside.
  • Place 1 teaspoon caramelized onions onto each bread slice; top with 1 rounded teaspoon cheese mixture. Sprinkle with herbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 180 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

OLIVE TAPENADE AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI



Olive Tapenade and Goat Cheese Crostini image

A good-quality jarred tapenade -- a salty olive paste -- makes these hors d'oeuvres a breeze to put together.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup green- or black-olive tapenade
3 tablespoons fresh thyme, leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
5 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts, (1 1/4 ounces)
1/4 cup dried currants
5 ounces soft goat cheese
Quick Crostini

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine tapenade, thyme leaves, walnuts, and currants. Spread 1 to 2 teaspoons goat cheese onto each crostini. Place 1 to 2 teaspoons olive mixture on top, and garnish each with thyme tips. Serve.

FIG JAM AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI



Fig Jam and Goat Cheese Crostini image

Flavors of fall 'sage and figs' pair up with tangy goat cheese for an elegant appetizer that's a perfect pairing for a glass of bubbly. The toasts can be made up to a day ahead and stored at room temperature in an airtight container. The sage can also be prepared a day ahead, loosely wrapped in a paper towel, and stored in an airtight container. Fig jam can be purchased at high-end grocery stores. Quince jam, a.k.a. membrillo, would also be delicious here. Taken from CHOW.com

Provided by alligirl

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 20 crostini, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 baguette
1/3 cup olive oil
salt, to taste
20 sage leaves
4 ounces goat cheese
1/3 cup fig jam

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400°F
  • Cut the baguette on the bias into about 20 (1/2-inch-thick) slices and place on a baking sheet.
  • Using 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, lightly brush each slice. Sprinkle with salt and bake until lightly toasted and crisp, about 8 minutes; let cool.
  • Line a plate with paper towels and set aside.
  • Heat the remaining olive oil in a small frying pan over medium-low heat. When the oil shimmers, gently place 2 to 3 sage leaves at a time into the hot oil until they darken in color and any bubbling subsides.
  • Immediately remove the leaves with tongs or a slotted spoon and transfer to the paper-towel-lined plate.
  • Repeat with remaining sage leaves; set aside.
  • Gently spread 1 teaspoon of the goat cheese on each crostini, top with a heaping 1/2 teaspoon of the fig jam, and garnish with a fried sage leaf.

CROSTINI WITH ROASTED GARLIC, GOAT CHEESE AND APPLE CHUTNEY



Crostini with Roasted Garlic, Goat Cheese and Apple Chutney image

Categories     Cheese     Garlic     Vegetable     Appetizer     Bake     Cocktail Party     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     New Year's Eve     Goat Cheese     Apple     Fall     Party     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Note: At the restaurant, the bread is grilled, but it's just as good when it's baked.
1 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
3/4 cup rice vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cinnamon stick
1 1/2 pounds Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, cut into -inch pieces (about 4 cups)
1 cup golden raisins
1 cup diced seeded plum tomatoes
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 French-bread baguette, cut into 1/3-inch-thick slices
Olive oil
Roasted Garlic
12 ounces soft fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet), room temperature

Steps:

  • Stir sugar and vinegar in heavy large saucepan over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Add next 4 ingredients and simmer until mixture is syrupy and reduced to 1/2 cup, about 8 minutes. Mix in apples and raisins. Increase heat to high and boil until apples are tender, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes. Cool to room temperature. (Chutney can be made 3 days ahead; cover and refrigerate.) Mix in tomatoes and mint.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Arrange baguette slices on baking sheet and brush with olive oil. Bake until golden and crisp, about 8 minutes. Spread each toast with roasted garlic; top with goat cheese and chutney.

WHIPPED GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI WITH BALSAMIC-ROASTED GRAPES



Whipped Goat Cheese Crostini with Balsamic-Roasted Grapes image

Everyone who knows me, knows I am a sucker for a cheese board. I love the combination of rich and nutty cheese with the delicate sweetness of fruit. Cheese boards are an entertaining staple for me, but when I want to change it up, I opt for this dish of creamy, velvety whipped goat cheese and juicy balsamic-roasted grapes with crunch from garlic-thyme crostini. Whether it's just you and a friend or you're entertaining a crowd, this dish is sure to be a hit!

Provided by Elena Besser

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for greasing
3 cups stemmed seedless grapes (red or green)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
5 or 6 sprigs thyme, plus 1 teaspoon chopped thyme leaves, and whole leaves for garnish
1 baguette, sliced 3/4 inch thick on a bias
2 medium cloves garlic, grated
One 11-once log goat cheese, at room temperature
1 teaspoon honey
Zest of 1 lemon
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Flaky sea salt

Steps:

  • Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F. Grease a rimmed baking sheet with olive oil and set aside for the crostini.
  • Toss together the grapes and the 2 tablespoons of the olive oil on another rimmed baking sheet; season with kosher salt and pepper. Top with the sprigs of thyme. Roast on the upper oven rack until the grapes blister, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk to combine the 1/4 cup olive oil with half of the chopped thyme, half of the garlic, a pinch of kosher salt and a few grinds pepper in a small bowl. Brush onto the tops of the baguette slices and place on the oiled baking sheet. While the grapes roast, bake the baguette slices on the lower oven rack for 5 minutes.
  • Combine the goat cheese with the lemon zest, honey, remaining 1/2 teaspoon chopped thyme and grated garlic and a few grinds pepper in a food processor. Process until well combined, about 1 minute. Stream in the heavy cream with the machine running and process until the goat cheese is aerated and fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning with kosher salt and pepper.
  • Remove the grapes and bread from the oven and set the oven to broil. Flip the crostini. Remove and discard the sprigs of thyme from the grapes and carefully toss the grapes with the balsamic vinegar. Return the grapes to the upper oven rack and the crostini to the lower rack and broil until the grapes are caramelized and the bread is toasted, about 5 minutes -- watch closely, as broilers vary.
  • To plate, spread the whipped goat cheese in a shallow bowl, top with the grapes and drizzle with any juices from the baking sheet. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt, thyme leaves and pepper. Place on a platter with the crostini and enjoy.

GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI



Goat Cheese Crostini image

My husband got this crostini recipe from a friend at work. At first, I thought the flavors wouldn't work well together, but they blend deliciously! -Rebecca Ebeling, Nevada City, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 32 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup crumbled goat cheese
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
1 French bread baguette (10-1/2 ounces), cut into 1/2-inch slices and toasted
3 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cheese and rosemary; spoon over toast slices. Drizzle with honey; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts :

MARINATED FIG AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI



Marinated Fig and Goat Cheese Crostini image

Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 8 crostini

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces goat cheese, at room temperature
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon honey
2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon
2 tablespoons minced shallots
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
8 fresh figs, diced
1 teaspoon saba vinegar (see Cook's Note)
8 toasted crostini

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the goat cheese, olive oil, honey and half of the tarragon, shallots and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a separate bowl, toss the figs with the lemon juice, saba vinegar and remaining tarragon, shallots and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Spread the goat cheese mixture on the crostini, then top with the figs.

ROASTED PUMPKIN AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI



Roasted Pumpkin and Goat Cheese Crostini image

If you're looking for a delicious appetizer that is sure to impress your guests, look no further! This crostini is packed with flavor. Takes a bit of prep, but it's so worth it! Top with additional pinches of goat cheese, if you like.

Provided by Kim's Cooking Now

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Canapes and Crostini Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups diced raw pumpkin
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter
1 leek, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced
1 French baguette
1 clove garlic
1 (4 ounce) log goat cheese, at room temperature
1 tablespoon balsamic glaze

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Pile the diced pumpkin on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil and toss with your hands to lightly coat. Spread evenly and sprinkle with sage, salt, and pepper.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium frying pan over medium heat. Add leek and cook until softened and beginning to caramelize, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove roasted pumpkin from the oven, add to the pan, and stir to combine.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Slice the baguette at an angle into 1/2-inch slices. Brush 1 side of each slice with remaining oil.
  • Cook on the preheated grill until lightly browned, about 1 1/2 minutes per side.
  • Remove from the grill and rub the garlic clove over the oiled side of each baguette slice 3 to 4 times. Spread goat cheese over each slice and top with a spoonful of the pumpkin-leek mixture. Drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.1 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 18.8 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 10.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 484.3 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

CRANBERRY AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI



Cranberry and Goat Cheese Crostini image

"You can switch up these tangy-sweet bites with almost any cheese and a matching jam, preserves or chutney," says Sunny.

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 20 pieces of cranberry and goat cheese crostini

Number Of Ingredients 3

8 ounces goat cheese, at room temperature
20 store-bought crostini
1/4 cup canned whole-berry cranberry sauce or cranberry chutney

Steps:

  • Spread the goat cheese on the crostini, then top with the cranberry sauce.

RED RASPBERRY GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI



Red Raspberry Goat Cheese Crostini image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 12 crostini

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 thin slices baguette (sliced on the bias)
4 ounces chevre
1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
Zest of 1/2 lemon plus 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
24 red raspberries (about 1 cup)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Arrange the baguette slices on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Bake until slightly dried out, about 6 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mix together the chevre, chives, parsley, lemon zest, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper in a bowl until well combined. Stir in the lemon juice to loosen the mixture so it will be easier to pipe. Transfer the mixture to a resealable plastic bag and cut off the tip of one corner with scissors.
  • Pipe the goat cheese mixture onto the crostini. Return the crostini to the oven and bake until warm, about 8 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk together the honey and balsamic in a small bowl.
  • Place 2 raspberries on top of each crostini and transfer to a serving platter. Spoon a little of the balsamic mixture on each crostini and serve immediately.

CRANBERRY-FIG GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI



Cranberry-Fig Goat Cheese Crostini image

The blend of flavors in the crostini make an absolutely scrumptious appetizer.-Barbara Estabrook, Rhinelander, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
CROSTINI:
24 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
3 tablespoons olive oil
CRANBERRY-FIG TOPPING:
1/2 cup coarsely chopped dried cranberries
1/3 cup coarsely chopped dried figs
1/3 cup coarsely chopped unblanched almonds
1/3 cup coarsely chopped pitted Greek olives
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
CHEESE SPREAD:
2 logs (4 ounces each) spreadable goat cheese
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Dash freshly ground pepper
Minced fresh mint

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine vinegar and honey. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until mixture is reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool., Lightly brush both sides of baguette slices with oil; place on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Set aside., In a small bowl, combine the topping ingredients; toss to coat. In another bowl, beat goat cheese, lemon zest and pepper until blended., To serve, spread goat cheese mixture over toasts. Stir cranberry mixture; spoon over goat cheese. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 135mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ROSEMARY AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI WITH WALNUTS AND HONEY



Rosemary and Goat Cheese Crostini with Walnuts and Honey image

Aside from being scrumptious, these appetizers are easy and add a bit of elegance to any party.

Provided by Cookin_in_Wheaton

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Canapes and Crostini Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 French baguette, thinly sliced
6 ounces goat cheese, or more to taste
5 sprigs fresh rosemary, minced
1 cup chopped walnuts
½ cup honey, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place baguette slices on a baking sheet. Spread a thin layer of goat cheese over slices. Sprinkle rosemary on top.
  • Bake in preheated oven until crispy at the edges, about 10 minutes.
  • Toast walnuts in a skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, about 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle walnuts on top of baguette slices; drizzle lightly with honey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Cholesterol 5.6 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 129 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

GOAT CHEESE AND ASPARAGUS CROSTINI



Goat Cheese and Asparagus Crostini image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 spears asparagus, trimmed
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 slices baguette, cut on the diagonal
1 clove garlic
6 ounces goat cheese
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat and preheat the broiler.
  • Drizzle the asparagus with some of the olive oil. Toss to coat and then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place on the grill pan and cook until tender and grill marks form, 3 to 5 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the asparagus. Remove, let cool slightly and cut into 2- to 3-inch pieces, about the size of the bread.
  • Brush the bread on both sides generously with oil and place on a baking sheet. Rub the garlic all over one side of each slice. Broil until golden and crispy, 2 minutes per side. Remove and let cool slightly.
  • Slather some of the goat cheese on the garlicky side of each piece of bread, then top each with 2 to 3 pieces of the grilled asparagus and a few of the cherry tomatoes. Return to the oven just until the cheese is melted and warmed, about 2 minutes.

GOAT-CHEESE CROSTINI WITH FIG COMPOTE



Goat-Cheese Crostini with Fig Compote image

These canapes are a festive addition to holiday gatherings that call for great friends, elegant bites, and jolly cocktails.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Time 40m

Yield Makes 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small baguette (8 ounces), cut on the diagonal into 24 slices
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped dried Mission figs
1/4 cup light-brown sugar
1 cup dry red wine
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish (optional)
Coarse salt
5 ounces goat cheese (1 small log)

Steps:

  • Heat broiler. Brush both sides of baguette slices with oil; place on a rimmed baking sheet. Broil until golden, 1 to 2 minutes per side; set toasts aside.
  • In a small saucepan, combine figs, sugar, wine, thyme, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer, and cook until thickened, 7 to 9 minutes. Let compote cool to room temperature.
  • Dividing evenly, spread each toast with goat cheese, and top with compote. Garnish with thyme, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 g, Fat 3 g, Protein 2 g

TOMATO AND AVOCADO-GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI



Tomato and Avocado-Goat Cheese Crostini image

Make and share this Tomato and Avocado-Goat Cheese Crostini recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Spreads

Time 30m

Yield 35-40 crostini

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 French baguette
1/3 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
2 ripe avocados
4 ounces mild goat cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups roma tomatoes, seeded, diced 1/4-inch
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
basil leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Slice the bread into 1/4" thick diagonal slices. In a little bowl, combine garlic and olive oil. Brush bread slices lightly with garlic oil. Arrange on baking sheets in single layers. Bake crostini for 10-15 minutes, till golden brown and crisp. Remove from oven and let cool. These can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container. Be sure to let cool completely before storing.
  • In a bowl combine avocado, goat cheese and salt. Mix until smooth. (To make in advance, save avocado pit and bury in mixture to prevent browning.).
  • In a separate bowl, combine tomato, extra virgin olive oil, salt, pepper and basil.
  • To serve, spread each crostini with about 1 tablespoon of avocado mixture, then top with tomato-basil mixture. Garnish with small basil leaves if desired.

GOAT CHEESE AND OLIVE-SUNDRIED TOMATO CROSTINI



GOAT CHEESE AND OLIVE-SUNDRIED TOMATO CROSTINI image

Categories     Cheese     Appetizer     Cocktail Party     Quick & Easy

Yield 24 crostini

Number Of Ingredients 15

HERBED GOAT CHEESE SPREAD
1 eight-ounce package cream cheese, room temperature
1 eleven-ounce package goat cheese, room temperature
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
4 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives
SUNDRIED TOMATO AND OLIVE TAPENADE
3/4 cup pitted kalamata olives
3/4 cup drained, oil packed sun dried tomatoes (drained)
1/8 to 1/4 cup rinsed capers (optional)
3/4 tsp dried oregano

Steps:

  • HERBED GOAT CHEESE SPREAD In the bowl of a food processor, process cream cheese and goat cheese together until creamy and well combined. Add salt, pepper, lemon juice, parsley, tarragon, dill, and chives; pulse until thoroughly combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Transfer spread to a Ziplock bag for quick and easy assembly. Spread will keep, refrigerated, up to 3 days. SUNDRIED TOMATO AND OLIVE TAPENADE Using food processor, using on/off turns, finely chop olives and tomatoes (but don't puree). Add olive oil, capers and oregano. Blend to coarse puree. Cover and refrigerate up to 3 days. Bring to room temp before serving. Skim extra oil before serving if there is a ton extra. Transfer spread to a Ziplock bag for quick and easy assembly. TOAST BAGUETTE AND ASSEMBLE Take goat cheese mixture out of the fridge and let it warm to room temperature (optional). Preheat oven to 350. Slice baguette into 1/2 inch slices and place on baking sheet. Brush the side up lightly with additional olive oil. Bake until golden 7-10 minutes. To make spreading easy, I keep both in Ziploc baggies and then just snip a little corner off the bottom to use like a pastry bag. Then you can just whip them out. Spread room temp goat cheese on toasts and top with room temp tapenade. You really don't want to toast these way ahead of time, best if made at the party. Enjoy!

GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI WITH BLACK-OLIVE PASTE



Goat Cheese Crostini With Black-Olive Paste image

Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     easy, quick, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 24 crostini

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 baguette cut in 1/2-inch diagonal slices (or 8 slices thick country-style bread cut into 3-by-3-inch slices 1/2-inch thick)
12 tablespoons black-olive paste
1/4 pound goat cheese, like Montrachet, at room temperature
1 cup diced sun-dried tomatoes
Chopped chives, parsley or basil to garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place the slices of bread on a baking sheet and bake them until lightly brown (about 10 minutes). The slices may be toasted under a broiler or over a grill instead.
  • Spread the slices with olive paste, then with goat cheese and tomatoes.
  • Preheat broiler. Broil crostini for about five minutes (just to melt the cheese). Arrange on a serving platter and sprinkle with chives, parsley or basil.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 58, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 161 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

MUSHROOM SAUTé WITH GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI



Mushroom Sauté with Goat Cheese Crostini image

Categories     Cheese     Garlic     Mushroom     Tomato     Appetizer     Sauté     Mother's Day     Father's Day     Goat Cheese     Spring     Birthday     Engagement Party     Potluck     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 12 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not oil-packed)
1 cup boiling water
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 pound fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, sliced
12 ounces button mushrooms, sliced
1/2 cup white wine
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
8 artichoke hearts from 14-ounce can, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 crusty French-bread baguette, cut diagonally into 1/3-inch-thick slices
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter, melted
1/2 cup (about) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
8 ounces herbed goat cheese

Steps:

  • Place sun-dried tomatoes in small bowl. Pour boiling water over tomatoes; let soak until soft, about 20 minutes. Drain tomatoes; slice thinly. Set aside. Melt 4 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, dried red pepper and thyme; sauté 1 minute. Increase heat to medium-high. Add shiitake and button mushrooms and sauté until brown, about 10 minutes. Add wine and lemon juice and simmer 2 minutes. Mix in sun-dried tomatoes and artichokes. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Rewarm over medium heat before continuing.) Mix in basil and 2 tablespoons butter. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl; sprinkle with chopped parsley.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Arrange baguette slices in single layer on baking sheet. Bake until golden, about 8 minutes. Remove from oven; maintain oven temperature. Brush each baguette slice with butter and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Return to oven; bake until cheese begins to melt, about 5 minutes.
  • Serve warm crostini with goat cheese and mushroom mixture.

GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI WITH HONEY AND FRUIT



Goat Cheese Crostini with Honey and Fruit image

A light goat cheese crostini that's great for a party.

Provided by Linda F. Bergfeld

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 25m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 French baguette, sliced
1 (8 ounce) package goat cheese, softened
2 tablespoons honey
1 cup sliced strawberries

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees (175 degrees C). Place baguette slices on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly toasted, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Mix the softened goat cheese and honey together in a bowl until relatively smooth. Spread each toasted slice with a thin layer of goat cheese mixture and top with strawberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 206.2 mg, Sugar 3 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh goat cheese, ripe tomatoes, and crispy crostini will make all the difference in the flavor of your dish.
  • Don't overcrowd the crostini: You want each crostini to have a good amount of topping, but you don't want it to be so overloaded that it's difficult to eat.
  • Be careful not to overcook the crostini: You want them to be crispy, but not burnt.
  • Serve the crostini warm: This will help the flavors to meld together and will make them even more delicious.
  • Get creative with your toppings: You can use a variety of different toppings on your crostini, such as roasted vegetables, fresh herbs, or even a drizzle of honey.

Conclusion:

Goat cheese crostini are a delicious and easy appetizer that are perfect for any occasion. They're also a great way to use up leftover goat cheese. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a crostini recipe that everyone will love.

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