Description

Sweet cherry and nectarine crostini is a vibrant summer appetizer featuring juicy seasonal fruit layered over creamy ricotta or goat cheese on crisp toasted baguette slices. Finished with honey, fresh herbs, and a hint of citrus, this easy crostini recipe is perfect for entertaining, light snacks, or elegant starters.

Ingredients

1 baguette, sliced
1 cup sweet cherries, pitted and halved
2 nectarines, thinly sliced
1 cup ricotta or goat cheese
2–3 tbsp honey
1–2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves or basil, chopped
1 tsp lemon zest
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil.
Toast for 8–10 minutes until golden and crisp.
Spread ricotta or goat cheese onto each toast.
Top with cherries and nectarine slices.
Drizzle with honey and a little olive oil.
Sprinkle with fresh herbs, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
Serve immediately.

Notes

Use ripe, in-season fruit for the best flavor.Toast bread just before serving to keep it crisp.Adjust honey depending on sweetness of fruit.Try grilling the bread for added depth of flavor.