Goat Cheese Crostini Giada

Transform your appetizer game with Giada’s Goat Cheese Crostini—a sophisticated, yet effortless small bite that’s perfect for any occasion. Crisp, golden baguette slices are brushed with olive oil and toasted to perfection, serving as the base for a rich, creamy layer of tangy goat cheese. A drizzle of honey adds just the right touch of sweetness, balanced by the earthiness of fresh thyme leaves and a hint of freshly ground black pepper. With only 20 minutes from prep to table, this elegant recipe combines irresistible flavors and textures in every bite. Ideal for entertaining or elevating a casual meal, these crostini are as stunning as they are delicious. Keywords: goat cheese crostini, Giada, appetizer recipe, easy crostini, honey goat cheese, thyme crostini.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 loaf Baguette
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 8 ounces Goat cheese
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick rounds. You should have about 16 slices.

Step 3

Arrange the baguette slices in a single layer on a baking sheet.

Step 4

Brush both sides of each slice with olive oil using a pastry brush.

Step 5

Bake the slices in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden and crispy.

Step 6

While the crostini are baking, place the goat cheese in a small bowl. Use a fork to soften and mash it until it reaches a spreadable consistency.

Step 7

Spread about 1 tablespoon of goat cheese on each warm crostini.

Step 8

Drizzle each crostini with a small amount of honey.

Step 9

Sprinkle the crostini with fresh thyme leaves, a pinch of salt, and a light dusting of freshly ground black pepper.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	638.9 grams (638.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2224

Total Fat 118.70g	152%
Saturated Fat 56.00g	280%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 178mg	59%
Sodium 4187mg	182%
Total Carbohydrate 204.00g	74%
Dietary Fiber 7.40g	26%
Total Sugars 50.20g
Protein 83.70g	167%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 500mg	38%
Iron 19mg	105%
Potassium 516mg	11%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.1%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 36.8%