Cranberry Honey Cream Cheese Crostini
A festive appetizer combining tart cranberries, sweet honey, and creamy cheese on crispy toast, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Servings: 12 pieces
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
For the Crostini
- 1 medium French baguette or sourdough, ciabatta, or gluten free baguette
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for brushing the bread
For the Cream Cheese Mixture
- 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 1-2 tablespoons honey adjust to taste
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon orange zest for added flavor
For the Cranberry Topping
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 squeeze lemon
For Garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped pistachios
- 1 few thyme leaves for color and crunch
- 1 pinch flaky salt for finishing
- 1 drizzle honey for topping before serving
Optional Additions
- 1 slices prosciutto for a savory twist
- 1 pinch chili flakes for heat
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch pieces and brush lightly with olive oil.
- Toast at 375°F for 7 to 9 minutes until golden at the edges.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the cream cheese with honey, salt, and orange zest until smooth and spreadable.
- In a small pan, simmer fresh cranberries with honey, water, and lemon until they burst and the mixture thickens, about 5 to 7 minutes. Cool slightly.
Assembly
- Spread the honey cream cheese onto each toast.
- Spoon on the cranberry mixture.
- Top with a ribbon of prosciutto if using.
- Finish with a drizzle of honey and a tiny pinch of flaky salt.
- Garnish with chopped pistachios or thyme leaves.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. Can be made ahead: prep components and assemble just before serving for best texture. Adjust sweetness of cream cheese to taste.