Tomato Balsamic Goat Cheese Crostini
Crispy baguette slices topped with creamy goat cheese, juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze—an easy, colorful appetizer that’s bursting with flavor.
Servings: 20 crostini
Calories: 68kcal
Ingredients
- 1 French Baguette sliced into 20 thin diagonal pieces
- 2-3 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil for brushing
- 5 oz Goat Cheese softened to room temperature
- 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes
- Balsamic Glaze
- Fresh Basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange baguette slices in a single layer on the baking sheet. Brush the tops lightly with olive oil.
- Toast in the oven for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp. Remove and let cool slightly.
- Spread goat cheese on each toasted baguette slice. Use the back of a spoon or a butter knife for even spreading.
- Half or quarter the tomatoes, season lightly with salt and top the crostini, using a spoon to gently place them over the cheese.
- Garnish with fresh finely chopped basil leaves and a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving.
- Serve immediately at room temperature or slightly warm.
Notes
For smoother spreading, let goat cheese come to room temperature before assembling.
Want to prep ahead? Toast bread and store it in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
For extra flavor, roast the cherry tomatoes 15 minutes in the oven with a drizzle of oil and salt.
Nutrition
Calories: 68kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 106mg | Potassium: 69mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 189IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
