Goat cheese toasts are a culinary delight, fusing the mild tanginess of goat cheese with the crispy crunch of toasted bread. Whether served as an appetizer, a light lunch, or an elegant snack, these delectable treats are sure to tantalize your taste buds. With a multitude of variations and toppings, goat cheese toasts offer an endless canvas for creativity, making them a versatile addition to any culinary repertoire. Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect goat cheese toast, from selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of perfectly balancing flavors. Embark on a culinary journey and let your taste buds savor the harmonious union of creamy goat cheese and crispy toasted bread.
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GOAT CHEESE TOASTS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories appetizer
Time 45m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Arrange the bread slices on 2 heavy large baking sheets. Brush olive oil over the bread slices. Bake until the crostini are pale golden and crisp, about 15 minutes.
- Blend the goat cheese and cream cheese in a food processor until smooth and creamy. Add the parsley, thyme, and lemon peel. Using the on/off button, pulse just to blend. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Spread the cheese mixture over the crostini. Sprinkle with the olives, chives, and more pepper. Arrange the toasts on a platter and serve.
- Do-Ahead Tip: The crostini and cheese mixture can each be prepared 2 days ahead. Store the crostini in an airtight container at room temperature. Cover and refrigerate the cheese mixture. Let the cheese mixture stand at room temperature for 1 hour to soften slightly before spreading over the crostini.
PESTO-GOAT CHEESE TOASTS
I came across this recipe years ago. Everyone who tries these little toasts absolutely loves them. The pesto is easy to find in the grocery store, and it blends beautifully with the tangy, creamy goat cheese. -Jennifer Kunz, Troy, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Place bread slices on a baking sheet; top with cheese., Bake until cheese begins to brown and bread is toasted, 10-12 minutes. Top with pesto. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 181mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
BAKED TOMATOES, PEPPERS, AND GOAT CHEESE WITH CRISPED TOASTS
A marriage between two of our favorite summer fruits, this savory-sweet dish is decorated with soft cheese and a hint of garlic. Served over a crispy baguette, it's the perfect summer lunch, midday snack, or party appetizer.
Provided by Maggie Ruggiero
Categories Lost Recipes of Gourmet Appetizer Summer Tomato Hors D'Oeuvre Hot Pepper Goat Cheese Quick & Easy Soy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Vegetarian
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat broiler.
- Cook shallot and garlic in 3 Tbsp. oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, red peppers, and 1 tsp. each kosher salt and pepper and cook, stirring, until tomatoes are softened and juicy, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to a 1 1/2-2 qt shallow baking dish and arrange cheese over top and drizzle with remaining 1 Tbsp. olive oil. Broil until cheese is softened and lightly charred, 3-5 minutes.
HERB AND GOAT CHEESE TOASTS
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 8m
Yield 1 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Arrange sliced baguette or sliced crusty roll rounds on a cookie sheet or broiler pan. Toast under hot broiler until lightly golden on each side. Remove toasts from broiler and arrange on a serving plate. Remove goat cheese log or buttons from packaging and set on cutting board. Chop and combine fresh chives, rosemary and parsley. Add coarse black pepper to the herb mixture. Roll goat cheese in the herbs to coat evenly. Set goat cheese alongside toasts. Using a spreader or butter knife, spread herbed cheese on warm toasts.
GOAT CHEESE TOASTS WITH WALNUTS, HONEY & THYME
Provided by Jeanne Kelley
Categories Cheese Breakfast Brunch Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Lunch Goat Cheese Walnut Honey Thyme Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Makes 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven or toaster oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the toasts on a small rimmed baking sheet. Spread the toast slices evenly with the goat 1 cheese, and sprinkle with the walnuts, dividing them evenly. Drizzle 1/4 tsp of the walnut oil over each toast. Bake until the walnuts are toasted and the cheese is warm, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the toasts to plates and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle each toast with honey, then sprinkle with the thyme leaves and serve.
WARM GOAT-CHEESE TOASTS
Chevre toasts with pesto make for a delightful accompaniment to any salad.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes
Yield Makes 16
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Cut baguette into 16 slices (each about 1/2 inch thick). Space slices evenly on a baking sheet. Cut cheese into 16 rounds, placing them atop slices as you work. (If cheese crumbles, press it firmly onto bread.)
- Drizzle oil over cheese, letting it drip onto crusts. Bake until undersides of bread are golden brown and cheese begins to brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Top each toast with 1/2 teaspoon pesto. Serve warm.
HERBED GOAT-CHEESE TOASTS
Provided by Shelley Wiseman
Categories Cheese Dairy Herb Vegetable Bake Vegetarian Quick & Easy Goat Cheese Summer Gourmet
Yield Makes 40 hors d'oeuvres
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Put oven racks in upper and lower thirds of oven and preheat oven to 350°F.
- Divide baguette slices between 2 shallow baking pans. Lightly brush tops of slices with oil, then lightly season with salt and pepper. Bake, switching position of pans halfway through baking, until toasts are crisp but not hard, about 10 minutes.
- Stir together goat cheese, herbs, shallot, and pepper. Season with salt.
- Beat cream with a whisk until it just holds soft peaks, then fold into cheese mixture. Serve with toasts.
WARM GOAT CHEESE TOASTS WITH ROSEMARY, WALNUTS, AND HONEY
Categories Bake Cocktail Party Vegetarian Quick & Easy Goat Cheese Rosemary Walnut Fall Honey Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 18
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut eighteen 1/4-inch diagonal slices from baguette. Spread goat cheese on each slice. Arrange in single layer on rimmed baking sheet. Bake until edges are slightly golden and cheese softens, about 10 minutes. Set aside on sheet. Heat honey in small saucepan over medium heat until warm, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle toasts with walnuts, then rosemary. Drizzle with honey and serve.
BROILED GOAT CHEESE TOASTS WITH MARINATED GREENS
This is a simple appetizer that's a hit every time I serve it, due in large part to the vast appeal of warm cheesy things.
Provided by Lukas Volger
Categories HarperCollins Appetizer Hors D'Oeuvre Lunch Vegetarian Goat Cheese Broil Kale Spinach Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield 12 toasts
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Marinated greens:
- Trim off and discard the tough stems from the greens. Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a wide skillet or saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and stir for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Pile in the greens, in batches if necessary, and add a splash of water (you can also cover with a lid to compress them). Add a big pinch of salt and gently cook, stirring with tongs, until wilted and tender. Cooking times will vary depending on type of green, so watch and taste as you go. If cooking a combination of different greens, cook each type separately. Add a splash of water to the pan if it dries out.
- Transfer to a colander to drain and cool until safe to handle. Gently squeeze out excess liquid using your hands or a spatula or wooden spoon, pressing against the side of the colander. Coarsely chop the greens, then transfer them to a medium bowl and toss with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and a few drops of lemon juice. Taste and add more lemon juice, red pepper flakes, or salt as needed. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator; allow to come to room temperature before serving.
- Toasts:
- Preheat the broiler to high.
- Arrange the toasts on a baking sheet and brush both sides with olive oil. Transfer to the broiler and broil for 2 to 4 minutes, until lightly golden on the top. Flip the toasts. Smear each slice with about 2 teaspoons goat cheese, drizzle with a bit of olive oil, and return to the broiler. Broil, watching carefully, for just a minute or two, to heat through and lightly brown. Transfer to a serving platter and divide the greens on top. Zest the lemon over everything, sprinkle with a bit of flaky salt and black pepper, add a drizzle of olive oil, and serve while the toasts are still warm.
FRISEE AND GREEN-APPLE SALAD WITH GOAT-CHEESE TOASTS
This bistro-inspired first course of bitter greens, tart apple, and toasted walnuts is enhanced with bubbling Bucheron cheese and toasted baguette. It's both impressive and perfectly suited to last-minute assembly.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make the dressing: Whisk together vinegar, shallot, mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified.
- Make the salad: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place baguette slices on a baking sheet, and toast until golden, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toss together frisee, walnuts, and apple in a large bowl. Add dressing, and toss. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving platter.
- Preheat broiler. Place cheese, cut side up, on a second baking sheet, and drizzle with oil. Broil until top is browned and bubbling, 3 to 4 minutes. Place on platter. Serve with baguette toasts.
SMOKED SALMON, FENNEL AND GOAT CHEESE TOASTS
Categories Appetizer Bake Goat Cheese Salmon Winter Birthday Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 10 appetizer servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix first 5 ingredients in small bowl to blend. Set aside.
- Brush oil over both sides of bread. Arrange bread in single layer on large baking sheet. Bake until bread is just crisp, about 5 minutes per side. (Cheese mixture and toasts can be made 2 days ahead. Cover cheese mixture and chill. Cool toasts; store airtight at room temperature.)
- Spread cheese mixture over toasts. Top with salmon, trimming to fit. Garnish with lemon peel strips and tarragon sprigs. Arrange on platter and serve.
HERBED GOAT CHEESE TOASTS
Categories Garlic Appetizer Goat Cheese Rosemary Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mince garlic and mash to a paste with salt. In a small bowl stir together garlic paste, salt, rosemary, goat cheese, olive oil, and pepper. Toast bread and cut each slice into 4 pieces. Spread herbed goat cheese on toasts.
SMOKED SALMON AND GOAT CHEESE TOASTS
Make and share this Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese Toasts recipe from Food.com.
Provided by dicentra
Categories Cheese
Time 25m
Yield 40 Toasts
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F Mix first goat cheese, herbs, lemon zest, and black pepper in a small bowl to blend. Set aside. (The cheese mixture can be mixed a couple of days ahead of time.).
- Brush oil over both sides of bread. Arrange bread in single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake until bread is just crisp, about 5 minutes on each side. (You can prepare the toasts a couple hours in advance.).
- Spread cheese mixture over toasts. Top with salmon, trimming to fit. Garnish with lemon peel strips. Arrange on platter and serve.
FOUR-ONION GINGER SOUP WITH GOAT-CHEESE TOASTS
Onions have been used over time in medicine and art, but are best known in cuisine, as in four-onion ginger soup.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large high-sided skillet, cook bacon over medium heat, turning occasionally, until crisp, about 10 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Pour off all but 1 1/2 tablespoons fat; reserve for another use.
- Add onions and ginger to skillet; cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 30 minutes. Add shallots and sage. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally as onions reduce, until they are very soft and caramelized, about 1 hour. (Add a few tablespoons stock or water if onions start to stick to skillet.)
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Pour stock into skillet, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, and cook 15 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, cut each bread half diagonally into six 1/2-inch-thick pieces. Brush with oil; season with salt and pepper. Arrange on a baking sheet, and toast in oven until golden, about 20 minutes.
- Spread toasts with goat cheese; top with a bacon slice. Divide soup among six bowls; garnish with sage leaves, and serve each with two toasts on the side.
SPICED TOMATO COOLER WITH HERB SALAD AND GOAT-CHEESE TOASTS
Provided by Amanda Hesser
Categories dinner, salads and dressings
Time 20m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- In a small sauté pan over medium heat, toast the pumpkin seeds or pepitas with a little salt to just heat through and color a bit. Set aside for the salad.
- In the same pan, heat the oil with the garlic clove and the cumin, paprika and cayenne, stirring until it smells spicy. Take care not to burn. Set aside.
- Pass the tomatoes through the medium plate of a food mill set over a nonreactive bowl. (If you don't have a food mill, use a cheese grater.) Add 1/4 cup cold water.
- Scrape the spices and oil into the tomato purée, discarding the garlic. Stir in the salt, pepper, lemon juice, Angostura bitters, Worcestershire sauce and cilantro sprigs. Taste for seasoning, cover and refrigerate.
- Assemble the salad: Put the sautéed pumpkin seeds, celery, watercress and arugula, scallion, cucumber and cilantro into a bowl. Dress with the oil and vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Toss lightly.
- Divide the salad among 4 plates, with 2 toasts on each. Gently spoon a teaspoon or so of goat cheese onto each toast. Divide the tomato juice (discarding the cilantro stems) among 4 tumblers. Add a sliver of lemon, a couple of ice cubes, a grind of black pepper and a sprig of cilantro over each and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 266, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 645 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SMOKED SALMON, FENNEL AND GOAT CHEESE TOASTS RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by á-81356
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix goat cheese, chopped tarragon, crushed fennel seeds, grated lemon peel and pepper in small bowl to blend. Set aside. Brush oil over both sides of bread. Arrange bread in single layer on large baking sheet. Bake until bread is just crisp, about 5 minutes per side. (Cheese mixture and toasts can be made 2 days ahead. Cover cheese mixture and chill. Cool toasts; store airtight at room temperature.) Spread cheese mixture over toasts. Top with salmon, trimming to fit. Garnish with lemon peel strips and tarragon sprigs. Arrange on platter and serve.
GOAT CHEESE TOASTS
Oh my gosh this is a wonderful appetizer! My girlfriend served it at a party and I would not leave without the recipe! Serve it with a homemade brushetta mix or one you purchase ready made -- YUM!
Provided by Cook4_6
Categories Cheese
Time 45m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Arrange the bread slices on a large baking sheet.
- Brush olive oil over the bread slices.
- Bake until pale golden and crisp, about 15 minutes.
- Blend goat cheese and cream cheese in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
- Add parsley, thyme and lemon peel; pulsing to blend.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place in a serving dish along side the toast and brushetta mix.
- Have guests spread cheese mixture on the toast and top with brushetta.
- Awesome flavor - Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.7, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 19.1, Sodium 357.6, Carbohydrate 22.7, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 0.3, Protein 8
RIPE OLIVE AND GOAT CHEESE TOASTS
Categories Food Processor Olive Broil Quick & Easy Goat Cheese Gourmet
Yield Makes 20 toasts
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a food processor chop the olives, add the goat cheese, the garlic paste, the scallion, and the Tabasco, and blend the mixture until the olives are chopped fine. Spread the mixture evenly on the toasts, arrange the toasts on a baking sheet, and broil them under a preheated broiler about 2 inches from the heat for 1 minute, or until the cheese is just melted and glistening.
Tips for Making Perfect Goat Cheese Toasts:
- Choose high-quality ingredients. Use fresh, flavorful goat cheese, a crusty baguette, and ripe, juicy tomatoes.
- Toast the bread until it's golden brown and crispy. This will help it hold up to the toppings and prevent it from getting soggy.
- Spread the goat cheese on the toasted bread while it's still warm. This will help it melt slightly and create a creamy, spreadable layer.
- Top the goat cheese with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include sliced tomatoes, roasted red peppers, caramelized onions, and fresh herbs.
- Drizzle the toasts with olive oil or balsamic vinegar. This will add a delicious finishing touch and help to bring all the flavors together.
Conclusion:
Goat cheese toasts are a simple but delicious appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of creativity, you can create a variety of different toasts that are sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give goat cheese toasts a try. You won't be disappointed!
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