Description
Honey Whipped Feta and Cranberry Crostini are a festive appetizer perfect for any gathering. The combination of tangy feta cheese whipped with creamy honey pairs beautifully with the tartness of cranberry sauce. The base of crispy crostini provides the perfect contrast in texture.
This recipe’s beauty lies in its simplicity and versatility. You can easily customize it by adding garnishes like fresh thyme, chopped nuts, or pomegranate seeds for extra flair. The dish can also be made with store-bought cranberry sauce for an even quicker preparation. Whether served at a holiday party or a casual dinner, these crostini will quickly become a favorite.
Ingredients
For the Crostini:
- 1 baguette, sliced into ½-inch rounds (about 20 pieces)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Honey Whipped Feta:
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of black pepper
For the Cranberry Relish:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest
Optional Garnishes:
- Fresh thyme sprigs
- Chopped walnuts or pecans
- Pomegranate seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Crostini:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet. Brush both sides with olive oil.
- Toast in the oven for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
- Make the Cranberry Relish:
- In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and orange zest.
- Cook over medium heat for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens.
- Allow to cool completely.
- Whip the Feta:
- In a food processor, blend feta, cream cheese, honey, olive oil, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
- Assemble the Crostini:
- Spread a generous layer of whipped feta on each crostini.
- Top with a spoonful of cranberry relish.
- Add optional garnishes like thyme, nuts, or pomegranate seeds.
- Serve Immediately:
- Arrange on a platter and serve fresh for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
Details:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 20 crostini
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking and Assembling
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition (per crostini):
Calories: 120 kcal | Sugar: 6g | Sodium: 200mg | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Unsaturated Fat: 3g | Carbohydrates: 10g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 4g | Cholesterol: 15mg
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking and Assembling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg