Christmas Appetizer Bites
These festive bites feature crisp toasted baguette slices topped with a creamy sun-dried tomato pesto and cheese blend—ready in minutes for any holiday gathering.
Ingredients
Crostini
- 1 12-ounce baguette sliced into 24 rounds
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil for brushing
Topping
- 6 ounces sun-dried tomato pesto
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 4 ounces goat cheese softened
- 0.25 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Crostini
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides with olive oil.
- Bake for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
Topping
- In a medium bowl, stir together sun-dried tomato pesto, cream cheese, goat cheese, Parmesan, basil, and pepper until smooth.
- Spread the mixture over warm crostini and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra crunch, slice the baguette on a slight diagonal. Ensure cheeses are at room temperature to achieve a silky blend.
Store toasted crostini at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 1 day and the topping in the fridge for up to 2 days. Combine just before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pieceCalories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 5g
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