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Fig and Goat Cheese Crostini with Balsamic Glaze

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Fig and Goat Cheese Crostini with Balsamic Glaze is an elegant appetizer featuring toasted baguette slices topped with creamy goat cheese, sweet fig jam, fresh fig slices, and a drizzle of tangy balsamic glaze. A perfect balance of flavors and textures for any gathering.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12–15 crostini (serves 4)
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Toasting and Assembling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • ½ baguette (about 12 inches), sliced into 12–15 rounds
  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup fig jam or preserves
  • 4 oz goat cheese, softened
  • 3–4 small fresh figs, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil.
  2. Toast 4–5 minutes until golden and crisp. Let cool slightly.
  3. Spread a thin layer of fig jam on each slice, then top with softened goat cheese.
  4. Season lightly with sea salt and black pepper.
  5. Top each crostini with 1–2 thin slices of fresh fig.
  6. Drizzle balsamic glaze over the crostini.
  7. Serve immediately while bread is still crisp.

Notes

  • Swap goat cheese with ricotta, mascarpone, or brie for variation.
  • Use apricot jam, date spread, or berry compote if figs aren’t available.
  • Add crunch with chopped walnuts, pistachios, or pecans.
  • Enhance flavor with thyme, rosemary, or mint garnish.
  • Assemble just before serving to keep bread crisp.

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