Fig & Goat Cheese Crostini with Honey & Balsamic
Sweet figs, tangy goat cheese, a warm honey-balsamic drizzle, and fresh pea shoots — all on a perfectly toasted crostini. Elegant, effortless, and absolutely stunning on a platter.
Prep time
15 min
Cook time
10 min
Serves
Ingredients
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The Crostini
- 1 baguettesliced into ½-inch rounds (or pre-made crostini)
- 4 ozgoat cheese, softened
- 4–5fresh figs, very thinly sliced
- handfulpea shoots, for garnish
- optionallight brush of olive oil before toasting
Honey-Balsamic Drizzle
- 2 tbsphoney
- 2 tbspbalsamic vinegar
Ingredients
The Crostini
- 1 baguettesliced into ½-inch rounds (or pre-made crostini)
- 4 ozgoat cheese, softened
- 4–5fresh figs, very thinly sliced
- handfulpea shoots, for garnish
- optionallight brush of olive oil before toasting
Honey-Balsamic Drizzle
- 2 tbsphoney
- 2 tbspbalsamic vinegar
Instructions
Prepare
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and lightly toast for 5–7 minutes until slightly golden and crisp. Remove and let cool slightly.
- 2
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey and balsamic vinegar. Warm gently, stirring until combined and slightly thickened, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Assemble
- 1
Spread a thin layer of goat cheese on each toasted slice.
- 2
Top with very thin slices of fresh fig, arranging them neatly to cover the cheese.
- 3
Spoon or drizzle the honey-balsamic mixture over the figs.
- 4
Finish with a small handful of pea shoots on each crostini for freshness and visual appeal.
Melissa's Notes
Use very thin slices of fig — it makes the crostini elegant and allows the flavours to balance beautifully. The drizzle can be made ahead and warmed slightly before serving.
Nutrition Information
Per 2 crostini — based on 8 servings
Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary depending on the ingredients and brands used.
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