These Grilled Nectarine Crostini with Whipped Goat Cheese, Hot Honey, Pistachios & Mint are an elegant appetizer bursting with sweet, savory, creamy, and crunchy flavors. Crispy toasted baguette slices are layered with silky whipped goat cheese, caramelized grilled nectarines, spicy hot honey, roasted pistachios, and fresh mint for an irresistible bite that’s perfect for summer entertaining, brunch, or holiday gatherings.
π Ingredients
For the Crostini:
- 1 French baguette, sliced into 16 pieces
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 ripe nectarines, cut into wedges
For the Whipped Goat Cheese:
- 8 oz goat cheese, softened
- 3 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp fresh lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
For the Hot Honey Topping:
- 3 tbsp hot honey
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/3 cup roasted pistachios, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
Optional Garnishes:
- Fresh mint leaves
- Extra chopped roasted pistachios
- Fresh lemon zest
π©βπ³ Instructions
1. Toast the Crostini
Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Brush both sides of the baguette slices with extra-virgin olive oil. Grill for 2β3 minutes per side until crisp, golden, and lightly charred.
2. Grill the Nectarines
Place the nectarine wedges on the hot grill pan and cook for 1β2 minutes per side until lightly caramelized with beautiful grill marks. Remove and set aside.
3. Make the Whipped Goat Cheese
In a food processor or using a hand mixer, blend the softened goat cheese, cream cheese, heavy cream, lemon zest, and black pepper until light, smooth, and creamy.
4. Prepare the Hot Honey
In a small bowl, stir the fresh lemon juice into the hot honey until well combined.
5. Assemble the Crostini
Spread a generous layer of whipped goat cheese onto each toasted crostini. Top with one or two grilled nectarine wedges, then drizzle with the hot honey mixture.
Finish with the chopped roasted pistachios and fresh mint.
6. Garnish and Serve
Transfer the crostini to a serving platter. Garnish with extra mint leaves, additional chopped pistachios, and a sprinkle of fresh lemon zest for a vibrant finishing touch.
Serve immediately while the crostini are crisp and the nectarines are still slightly warm.
β±οΈ Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 8 (2 crostini per serving)
π₯ Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 275 kcal
- Protein: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fat: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 285 mg
