Sweet and Spicy Whipped Feta Crostini with Hot Honey Recipe
A delightful appetizer featuring whipped feta and cream cheese blended with honey and red pepper flakes, served on toasted baguette slices and drizzled with hot honey for a perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 12 crostini 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Mixture
- 8 ounces Feta Cheese (feel free to substitute with goat cheese or cream cheese for a milder flavor)
- 4 ounces Cream Cheese (vegan cream cheese can be used for a dairy-free alternative)
- 2 tablespoons Honey (mix regular honey with hot sauce or cayenne pepper for a fiery twist)
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (adjust according to your spice preference)
Baguette
- 1 large Baguette (ensure it’s fresh for the best texture)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (use a light brushing for optimal results)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for toasting the baguette slices.
- Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine crumbled feta and softened cream cheese. Blend using a mixer or food processor until smooth and creamy.
- Add Flavors: Stir in honey and red pepper flakes into the cheese mixture, blending again until evenly incorporated, creating a sweet and spicy whipped feta.
- Slice Baguette: Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick pieces to prepare for toasting.
- Brush Baguette: Lightly brush each baguette slice with olive oil for a golden crust when baked.
- Toast Baguette: Arrange the slices on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes until they turn golden and crisp.
- Assemble Crostini: Spread the whipped feta mixture generously on each toasted baguette slice.
- Drizzle and Serve: Finish by drizzling hot honey over each crostini for an extra layer of sweet heat, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Store leftover whipped feta and baguette slices separately to maintain freshness.
- Adjust red pepper flakes quantity to suit your desired spice level.
- Use vegan cream cheese and a plant-based honey alternative for a dairy-free version.
- For a spicier kick, add cayenne pepper to the honey before drizzling.
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