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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers

    Easy Strawberry Crostini

    Published: Mar 18, 2022 · Last Updated: Nov 14, 2022

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    This easy strawberry crostini recipe is perfect for summer entertaining! With creamy goat cheese, fresh basil, and a drizzle of honey for a flavor-packed appetizer.

    Crostini topped with goat cheese and strawberry basil salsa, sitting on a slate platter. this recipe

    When strawberries are in season, this is the very first recipe I always reach for.

    These crostini appetizers are perfect for summer: they're elegant enough for entertaining a crowd, but simple enough for a quick lunch on a busy afternoon!

    Strawberry crostini ingredients, measured into individual prep bowls.

    We're building a simple goat cheese crostini here and topping it with an easy, bruschetta inspired strawberry mix.

    Toasting crostini on a dark sheet pan.

    Ingredients you'll need

    • Sliced bread - Use a baguette for smaller bites (perfect for a crowd!) or grab a crusty bread loaf if you'd like larger portions. You'll also need a splash of olive oil to toast the crostini bread with our oven-baked method!
    • Goat cheese - Let it come to room temperature on the counter for 15-30 minutes before assembling to make it easier to spread!
    • Strawberries - Fresh, in-season strawberries (locally-sourced, if you can find them!) are what really make this crostini recipe.
    • Fresh basil - For just a hint of depth and earthiness.
    • Balsamic Vinegar - A small splash of balsamic gives our strawberry mixture a bit of zing (but you can skip this if you prefer!)
    • Honey - A drizzle of honey is one of our favorite crostini toppings, and it works beautifully here!
    Diced strawberries and chopped basil in a glass mixing bowl.

    Riffs and substitutions

    These strawberry crostini are so forgiving - mix it up with whatever you have on hand!

    • Swap the goat cheese for ricotta, whipped feta, burrata, brie, or whipped goat cheese!
    • Make these a little heartier by adding diced avocado to the strawberry mixture.
    • Use a drizzle of balsamic glaze instead of honey if you prefer.
    • Top with chopped walnuts or pistachios for some extra texture!
    • No strawberries in season? Use blackberries, raspberries, peaches, or tomatoes in their place.
    Drizzling honey over a piece of crostini.

    Love this recipe? You might also like:

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    • Blackberry Goat Cheese Crostini
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    Crostini on a slate platter topped with strawberries and fresh basil.

    Video: How to make strawberry crostini

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    Strawberry crostini on a dark slate platter.

    Easy Strawberry Crostini

    ★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
    • Author: Jessie
    • Prep Time: 10 mins
    • Cook Time: 10 mins
    • Total Time: 20 minutes
    • Yield: Serves 4-6 1x
    • Category: Appetizer
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Vegetarian
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    Description

    Simple crostini with goat cheese and strawberries.


    Ingredients

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    • 1 baguette, sliced
    • 3 Tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 cups diced strawberries
    • ¼ cup fresh basil, sliced
    • pinch of salt
    • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
    • 6 ounces goat cheese 
    • ¼ cup honey

    Instructions

     

    1. Set the goat cheese on the counter while you prep the rest of the ingredients – this will give it a chance to soften so it’s easier to spread when you’re ready to assemble your crostini!
    2. Lay baguette slices in a single layer on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and bake at 375° Fahrenheit for 5-7 minutes or until lightly browned.
    3. While bread is toasting, prep the strawberry topping. Combine diced strawberries, chopped basil, a pinch of salt, and balsamic vinegar in a small mixing bowl and stir to combine. Set aside.
    4. When your bread slices are toasted, it’s time to assemble! Spread each crostini piece with a layer of goat cheese, then top with a spoonful of the strawberry mixture. Finish with a light drizzle of honey and serve immediately.

     

     


    Notes

    Swaps and substitutions. Finish these crostini with a drizzle of balsamic glaze instead of honey if you like. Use blackberries, raspberries, peaches, or pears instead of strawberries. Use mint instead of basil for a fresh twist. 

    Make-ahead tips. Make the strawberry mixture a day ahead of time and store in an airtight container in the fridge. When you're ready to eat, just toast the bread and assemble! 

    Why the balsamic vinegar? The balsamic gives just a *hint* of acidity here - but it isn't overpowering. It just helps to balance the flavors really well. If you don't have balsamic on hand, you can use a splash of lemon or lime juice instead.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size:
    • Calories: 389
    • Sugar: 15.1 g
    • Sodium: 540.7 mg
    • Fat: 16.3 g
    • Carbohydrates: 49.1 g
    • Protein: 12.9 g
    • Cholesterol: 13.1 mg

    Keywords: summer, side dish, vegetarian

    Tag @lifeasastrawberry on Instagram to show us what you're cooking! Nutrition information is calculated per serving; it is approximate and will vary based on many factors.

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    1. Jessica

      August 25, 2022 at 4:02 pm

      This recipe is so simple but SO GOOD. I love dicing the strawberries - I feel like a lot of people use big slices of strawberry which looks pretty but is so messy to eat. The little strawberry mix here is perfect and makes it really easy to enjoy these without making a mess. I've made them with both honey and balsamic vinegar and love them both ways!

      ★★★★★

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      • Team Life As A Strawberry

        August 26, 2022 at 12:30 pm

        YES! We love how the small diced strawberries make these perfect for snacking!

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    2. thalia

      July 06, 2016 at 7:08 pm

      i have never tried a strawberry version of crostini before! it looks so delicious though, and i love how ideal it is for summer!

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      • Jessie

        July 07, 2016 at 5:35 pm

        Thanks so much, Thalia!

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