Description
Crispy baguette rounds topped with tangy goat cheese, spiced pumpkin purée, and a drizzle of honey for a sweet-savory autumn appetizer. Perfect for holiday entertaining or cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup pumpkin purée
- 4 oz goat cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp honey (plus extra for drizzle)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place baguette slices on a baking sheet, brush with olive oil, and bake for 8–10 minutes until golden and crisp.
- In a bowl, mix pumpkin purée, cinnamon, and salt until combined.
- Spread goat cheese evenly on each crostini.
- Top with a spoonful of the pumpkin mixture.
- Drizzle with honey and garnish with fresh thyme leaves if desired.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use roasted pumpkin purée for a richer flavor.
- Try adding a sprinkle of crushed walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
- Pairs beautifully with a glass of crisp white wine or sparkling cider.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: pumpkin crostini, goat cheese appetizer, fall appetizer, holiday hors d'oeuvres, sweet and savory crostini