Roasted Strawberry, Basil & Goat Cheese Crostini
This Roasted Strawberry, Basil & Goat Cheese Crostini is a sweet and savory appetizer featuring jammy roasted strawberries, creamy goat cheese, fresh basil, and crispy toasted baguette. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings, this elegant crostini recipe is easy to make, beautifully colorful, and ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 French baguette sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 1½ cups fresh strawberries hulled and halved
- 4 oz goat cheese softened
- ¼ cup fresh basil thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil plus extra for brushing bread
- 1 –2 teaspoons honey
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh cracked black pepper
- Optional: balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange strawberry halves cut-side up on baking sheet.
- Roast the Strawberries
- Drizzle strawberries with olive oil and honey.
- Sprinkle lightly with salt.
- Roast for 15–18 minutes until soft, glossy, and slightly caramelized.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- Toast the Crostini
- Increase oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet.
- Lightly brush with olive oil.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Remove and cool slightly.
- Assemble
- Spread softened goat cheese onto each toasted slice.
- Spoon roasted strawberries on top.
- Sprinkle with fresh basil.
- Add cracked black pepper.
- Optional: drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze.
- Serve
- Serve immediately while bread is crisp and slightly warm.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm strawberries for best texture.
- Allow goat cheese to soften for easier spreading.
- Add basil just before serving to keep it fresh and vibrant.
- Avoid over-roasting strawberries to prevent excess moisture.
- Assemble right before serving to maintain crisp texture.