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Roasted Cranberry Goat Cheese Crostini

Tart, tangy, creamy, and a little sweet, this crostini is a killer appetizer for the holiday season.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 8

ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 french baguette sliced thin
  • 12 oz fresh cranberries
  • 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 Tbsp thyme leaves
  • 6 oz goat cheese room temperature
  • Garnish: fresh thyme leaves

instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425˚F. Line two rimmed baking sheets with silicone baking mats or parchment paper.
  • Brush the bread slices with olive oil and place on the baking sheet. Set aside.
  • Add cranberries, balsamic, and maple syrup to a bowl. Stir to combine and spread out on the second prepared baking sheet.
  • Place both baking sheets in the oven. Roast for 5 minutes, then stir the cranberries and flip the bread slices.
  • Return to the oven to roast for another 5 miuntes. Stir the cranberries again. If the bread is golden, remove from the oven. Otherwise return to the oven with the cranberries.
  • Roast for another 5 minutes until cranberries are burst and bread is golden brown. Remove from oven.
  • Add thyme to the cranberries and stir to combine.
  • Top each baguette slice with 2 to 3 teaspoons goat cheese and a spoonful of cranberries. Garnish with thyme leaves.
  • Serve immediately.

notes

The roasted cranberries can be prepared up to 5 days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

nutrition

Serving: 2crostini | Calories: 229kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 344mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g
Calories: 229kcal
Cuisine: Holiday
Category: Appetizer