Description
Strawberry Whipped Feta Crostini is a delightful appetizer that perfectly balances the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the creaminess of whipped feta on crispy toasted baguette slices. This vibrant dish is not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it a showstopper for brunches, picnics, or casual gatherings. Impress your guests with this refreshing and flavorful treat that they won’t forget!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fresh baguette (about 12 oz)
- 8 oz high-quality feta cheese
- 1 cup ripe strawberries, chopped
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette into half-inch pieces and arrange them on a baking sheet. Drizzle lightly with olive oil.
- Toast the baguette slices in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a food processor, blend crumbled feta cheese with honey and olive oil until smooth and creamy.
- Chop fresh strawberries and set aside.
- Once the crostini have cooled slightly, spread the whipped feta mixture generously on each slice and top with chopped strawberries.
- Garnish with freshly chopped mint leaves before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Modern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg