Description

Balsamic Blueberry Goat Cheese Toast is a sophisticated appetizer that combines creamy goat cheese, fresh blueberries, and a balsamic drizzle on crispy toast, creating a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors.

Ingredients

1 French baguette (or your choice of artisan bread)

1 cup fresh blueberries

4 oz goat cheese, softened

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

1 tablespoon honey

1 tablespoon olive oil

Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the Baguette: Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch thick slices and place them on a baking sheet.
Toast the Bread: Drizzle olive oil over the bread slices and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Make the Balsamic Blueberry Mixture: In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until blueberries start to burst and the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and cool.
Spread the Goat Cheese: Spread a generous layer of goat cheese over each cooled toast slice.
Top with Blueberries: Spoon the balsamic blueberry mixture over the goat cheese on each toast.
Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. Serve immediately.

Notes

Add nuts like chopped walnuts or pistachios for extra crunch.

For a vegan version, substitute goat cheese with a plant-based alternative and honey with maple syrup.

For added herbaceous notes, include thyme or rosemary in the balsamic blueberry mixture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 toast
Calories: 150
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 15mg