Goat Cheese Crostini is an easy, elegant appetizer made with creamy goat cheese and crisp baguette slices. Top them with pear, honey, or your favorite toppings for a holiday-ready snack that everyone loves.
6ouncesspreadable goat cheesefrom a log, not crumbled
¼cupGreek yogurt
4ripe pearsany variety will work but I prefer bartlett pears
¼cupchopped pecans
Honey for drizzling
Instructions
To Make the Crostini:
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with nonstick foil, parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Slice the baguette into 1/4-inch thick slices. I like to cut on the bias for a prettier presentation. Arrange the bread side by side on the baking sheet. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
Bake for about 10-12 minutes, flipping the bread over halfway through. Depending on your oven it ma take more or less time. You want the crostini to be crispy but not so hard you can't easily bite into it.
Let the bread cool for 10-15 minutes before adding cold toppings.
Toppings:
Thinly slice the pears into half moon shapes.
In a medium bowl, combine the goat cheese and greek yogurt until smooth.
Spread onto and top each piece and arrange onto a serving platter. Top with a pear slice, drizzle lightly with honey and sprinkle with chopped pecans.
Serve immediately.
Notes
Bring goat cheese to room temperature before spreading.
Don’t over-toast the baguette; aim for light golden color.
Assemble just before serving for best texture.
Use any pear variety — Bartlett and Bosc are favorites.
Drizzle honey and add nuts right before serving for best presentation.
Try other toppings: figs, apples, peaches, tomatoes, or prosciutto. Garnish with fresh herbs, balsamic glaze, or chopped nuts.