Strawberry Goat Cheese Crostini with Balsamic Glaze (Print version)
Crisp toasted baguette topped with creamy goat cheese, juicy strawberries, fresh basil, and glossy balsamic glaze.
# Ingredients:
For the crostini
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1 small baguette, sliced into 12 pieces about 1/2 inch thick
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
For the strawberry topping
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2 cups (300 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced
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1 teaspoon honey, plus more if needed
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1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
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Pinch of kosher salt
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Freshly ground black pepper
For assembling
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6 oz (170 g) soft goat cheese, at room temperature
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2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil
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3 tablespoons balsamic glaze, for drizzling
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 425°F. Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet in a single layer.
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In a bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with honey, lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and a little black pepper. Let them sit for 10 minutes while you toast the bread.
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Brush both sides of the baguette slices lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt. Bake for 5-7 minutes, turning once if needed, until golden and crisp.
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Let the toast cool for 3-5 minutes. Spread each slice with a generous layer of softened goat cheese.
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Top each crostini with a few strawberry slices, leaving extra juice behind in the bowl. Sprinkle with basil and drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze. Serve right away.
# Good to know:
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Cook time assumes prepared balsamic glaze. If reducing balsamic vinegar yourself, add about 10 minutes.
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Best assembled within 30 minutes of serving for crisp toast.