Description
Creamy whipped feta crostini blends Mediterranean charm with zesty flavor sensations. Crisp bread topped with whipped cheese and spicy-sweet drizzle promises a quick, elegant appetizer that delights hungry guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 cup (226 grams) crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) honey
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) lemon zest
Garnish and Seasoning:
- Fresh thyme leaves
- Sea salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet and arrange baguette slices, brushing each piece with olive oil. Toast at 375°F for 8-10 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Combine feta and cream cheese in a food processor, blending with olive oil until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Incorporate lemon zest into the cheese mixture, seasoning with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor profile.
- Generously spread the whipped feta across each crispy baguette slice, ensuring even coverage.
- Elegantly drizzle honey over the crostini, creating a glossy and sweet layer.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes across the surface to introduce a vibrant, spicy kick.
- Delicately garnish with fresh thyme leaves, adding a sophisticated herbal touch and visual appeal to the appetizer.
Notes
- Customize the cheese blend by experimenting with different ratios of feta to cream cheese for varied textures and tanginess.
- Ensure baguette slices are evenly cut and lightly brushed with olive oil to achieve consistent golden crispness without burning.
- Make gluten-free by using gluten-free bread or replacing baguette with cucumber rounds or endive leaves for a low-carb alternative.
- Prepare whipped feta mixture in advance and store in refrigerator for up to 3 days, allowing flavors to meld and making party prep easier.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg