Description

These Apple and Cheddar Crostini offer a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors, combining crisp apple slices, sharp cheddar cheese, and a touch of honey atop toasted baguette slices. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a quick snack, this simple recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress guests with its fresh, autumn-inspired taste.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Crostini

1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
1 apple, thinly sliced
4 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
2 tablespoons honey
Fresh thyme for garnish

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for toasting the baguette slices.
Toast Baguette Slices: Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until they turn golden and crispy.
Add Cheese and Apples: Remove the toasted slices from the oven and immediately top each with a slice of sharp cheddar cheese followed by thin apple slices, allowing the warmth to slightly soften the cheese.
Drizzle with Honey: Drizzle 2 tablespoons of honey evenly over each crostini to add a sweet contrast to the savory cheese.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves on top for a fragrant herbal finish and serve the crostini immediately while the toast is still crisp.

Notes

Choose a crisp apple variety like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and taste contrast.
Sharp cheddar pairs beautifully with the sweetness of honey and apples, but you can experiment with other cheeses like gouda or brie.
For added texture, you can lightly brush the baguette slices with olive oil before toasting.
Serve these crostini warm to enjoy the melted cheese and crisp toast.
This appetizer can be easily doubled or tripled for larger gatherings.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: apple crostini, cheddar crostini, appetizer, easy appetizer, honey drizzle, fall appetizer, toasted baguette, sweet and savory snack