Fig and Feta Crostini

Fig and Feta Crostini
5 min.
24
107kcal

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Gather your friends and family for a delightful culinary adventure with our Fig and Feta Crostini! This visually stunning appetizer not only excites the palate but is also a conversation starter for any gathering. Perfectly combining sweet and savory, each crostini delivers a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave your guests raving.

Picture this: the crunch of freshly toasted baguette, lightly brushed with high-quality olive oil and broiled to perfection, serves as the ideal canvas for our creamy cheese mixture. The rich, tangy notes of crumbled feta and velvety cream cheese meld seamlessly with the luscious sweetness of honey and the aromatic touch of fresh lemon thyme. Topped with lightly torn pieces of silky prosciutto, each bite is a delicious burst of flavor that hints at gourmet sophistication.

This easy-to-make recipe requires only a few simple steps and can be prepared in just five minutes, making it the perfect choice for last-minute entertaining or casual get-togethers. Not only does it cater to diverse taste buds, but it also offers a delightful option for antipasti, snacks, or appetizers that stand out on any table. Treat yourself and your guests to this elegant dish that beautifully marries textures and flavors, ensuring a memorable and delicious experience!

Ingredients

  • 0.5  baguette 
  • ounce cream cheese room temperature
  • ounce feta cheese crumbled room temperature
  • 0.5 cup honey 
  • tablespoon lemon thyme leaves fresh plus more for garnish
  • tablespoon very olive oil good
  • 0.3 pound pancetta very thin sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Pre-heat the broiler.
  2. Cut the baguette in to 24 slices about ¼â€ thick. Move them to a baking sheet and brush the top-side with the olive oil. Broil until toasted on one side 1 or 2 minutes. Set aside.In a small bowl vigorously beat both cheeses together,
  3. Add the honey and the thyme leaves and continue mixing until a smooth texture is achieved.Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the cheese mixture onto each toast round. Then artfully arrange a piece of prosciutto onto each toast.
  4. Garnish with additional thyme leaves.Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the cheese mixture onto each fig half and also garnish with thyme.
  5. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories107kcal
Protein10.13%
Fat56.53%
Carbs33.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.29
Glycemic Load
4.94
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.4508695991143%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:106.85kcal
5.34%
Fat:6.85g
10.53%
Saturated Fat:3.03g
18.94%
Carbohydrates:9.08g
3.03%
Net Carbohydrates:8.92g
3.24%
Sugar:6.22g
6.91%
Cholesterol:16.3mg
5.43%
Sodium:186.36mg
8.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.76g
5.52%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.78%
Calcium:58.49mg
5.85%
Selenium:3.73µg
5.32%
Phosphorus:49.25mg
4.92%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.94%
Vitamin B12:0.19µg
3.23%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.17%
Zinc:0.41mg
2.76%
Vitamin B3:0.54mg
2.69%
Vitamin A:118.94IU
2.38%
Folate:9.29µg
2.32%
Iron:0.35mg
1.96%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.93%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.74%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.7%
Magnesium:4.75mg
1.19%
Vitamin K:1.13µg
1.07%
Source:SippitySup