Description
These Pear and Blue Cheese Crostini offer a sophisticated appetizer with the perfect balance of ripe pears, tangy blue cheese, sweet honey, and a fresh arugula garnish atop toasted baguette slices, ideal for entertaining or a stylish snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread Base
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
Toppings
- 2 pears, thinly sliced
- 4 oz blue cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Fresh arugula for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for toasting the baguette slices.
- Toast Baguette: Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for 5-7 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Add Toppings: Remove the toasted baguette slices from the oven, then top each slice with a generous piece of crumbled blue cheese followed by a thin slice of pear.
- Drizzle Honey: Drizzle approximately 2 tablespoons of honey evenly over the crostini to add a touch of sweetness that complements the cheese and pears.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish by garnishing each crostini with fresh arugula leaves for a peppery bite, then serve immediately while the bread is still crisp.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm pears to hold their shape when sliced thinly.
- Blue cheese varieties such as Roquefort, Gorgonzola, or Stilton work well for their distinct flavors.
- For a nutty crunch, optionally sprinkle toasted walnuts or pecans on top.
- Serve immediately after assembling to maintain crispness of the crostini.
- Can be prepared ahead by toasting baguette slices and storing separately before assembling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Keywords: pear crostini, blue cheese appetizer, honey crostini, elegant appetizers, party snacks, toasted baguette recipes
