Best 2 Cranberry And Goat Cheese Crostini Recipes

Are you looking for a delicious and sophisticated snack or appetizer to impress your friends and family? Cranberry and goat cheese crostini are the perfect solution! These bite-sized treats combine the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the creamy richness of goat cheese, all served on top of crispy crostini. They are easy to make, visually appealing, and sure to be a hit at any gathering. Whether you are hosting a holiday party, a casual get-together, or simply want a tasty snack, cranberry and goat cheese crostini are the perfect choice.

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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

Ingredients

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.

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

Ingredients

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.

Tips:

Choose fresh cranberries. Fresh cranberries are plump and red. Avoid cranberries that are bruised or have soft spots.
Make sure the goat cheese is soft and spreadable. If the goat cheese is too hard, it will be difficult to spread on the crostini.
Use a variety of toppings. In addition to the cranberries and goat cheese, you can also top the crostini with nuts, seeds, or herbs.
Bake the crostini until they are golden brown. This will help to ensure that they are crispy and flavorful.
Serve the crostini warm. Cranberry and goat cheese crostini are best served warm, so they are perfect for a party or a snack.

Conclusion:

Cranberry and goat cheese crostini are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are the perfect way to use up leftover cranberries, and they are sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy snack or appetizer, give these cranberry and goat cheese crostini a try. You won't be disappointed!