Sweet and Spicy Whipped Feta Crostini Recipe
Sweet and Spicy Whipped Feta Crostini is a delightful appetizer featuring creamy whipped feta blended with honey and red pepper flakes, served on crispy toasted baguette slices and finished with a drizzle of hot honey for an irresistible balance of flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 12 crostini 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cheese Mixture
- 8 oz feta cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
Bread and Toppings
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 baguette, sliced
- Hot honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for toasting the baguette slices.
- Whip the Cheese: In a blender or food processor, combine the feta cheese and cream cheese and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add Flavorings: Add honey and red pepper flakes to the whipped cheese and blend again until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Prepare the Baguette: Brush the sliced baguette pieces evenly with olive oil on both sides to ensure a golden crisp.
- Toast the Bread: Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Assemble the Crostini: Spread a generous layer of the whipped feta mixture onto each toasted baguette slice.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle hot honey over the assembled crostini just before serving to add a sweet and spicy kick.
Notes
- For a milder spice, reduce the red pepper flakes amount or omit altogether.
- If hot honey is not available, you can gently warm honey and add a pinch of cayenne pepper as a substitute.
- Use day-old baguette for better texture when toasting.
- Serve immediately after drizzling hot honey to maintain the crispiness of the crostini.
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