These simple Fig Jam & Goat Cheese Crostini make a fabulous holiday appetizer that all your guests are sure to enjoy. So easy to put together, this recipe can easily be made to suit a small gathering or double, tripled or even quadrupled to feed a crowd.
When you are in need of a simple, delicious appetizer that is sure to please any crowd you can never go wrong with a crostini! And this recipe using Preserve International Balsamic Fig Jam, Goat Cheese, Prosciutto and fresh Basil is one of my very favorites!
So fresh and with some truly delicious and complex flavors this recipe can be parred down for a small gathering or easily doubled, tripled or quadrupled to feed a crowd. While I love using Preserve International's Balsamic Fig Jam (linked below), you can always plain fig jam from any of your favorite brands. A perfect recipe for all of your holiday menus. Give it a try and let me know what you think! Enjoy!
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Ingredients:
- Baguette: One large baguette works great!
- Olive oil: I love Graza olive oil.
- Goats cheese: Plain goat cheese works great for this recipe. I've also used an orange and honey infused goat cheese and it was delicious too.
- Balsamic fig jam: I love the tang of Balsamic fig jam but you can use regular fig jam or preserves and just add a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
- Prosciutto: Quality matters in this dish. I really love Prosciutto de Carpegna, but Applegate or Salumi Italiani Prosciutto is also great. Or you can ask your butcher what their favorite is and have it sliced fresh.
- Fresh basil: I highly recommend using fresh basil.
Serving Suggestions
Here are some delicious serving suggestions for your Fig Jam & Goat Cheese Crostini with Prosciutto:
- Appetizer platter: These crostini are a perfect addition to a charcuterie board or appetizer spread-pair with fresh fruit, nuts, and a variety of cheeses for easy entertaining.
- Holiday gatherings: Serve them at Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any holiday party-they feel festive, elegant, and come together quickly.
- Wine night: Pair with a glass of Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, or even a sparkling wine for a simple yet sophisticated wine and snack situation.
- Brunch: These also make a great savory-sweet bite for a brunch buffet alongside frittatas, fruit salads, and mimosas.
- Mini meal: Add a simple arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette and you've got yourself a fancy little lunch or light dinner.
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Recipe
Goat Cheese & Balsamic Fig Jam Crostini with Prosciutto
Ingredients
- 1 large baguette, cut into ½ inch slices
- 1-2 tablespoon olive oil
- salt & freshly ground pepper
- 4 oz package of goats cheese
- 1 jar Balsamic fig jam (plain fig jam will also work great)
- 8-10 proscuitto slices, cut in half
- fresh Basil leaves
- freshly cracked pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degree F. Using a pastry brush to lightly brush both sides of your baguette slices with olive oil. Arrange on a baking sheet and sprinkle with a little salt and pepper. Bake for 6-8 minutes until slightly golden and crisp (not crunchy).
- Take the crostinis out of the oven and allow to cool.
- On top of each crostini, spread on .5 to 1 teaspoon of goats cheese and then .5 - 1 teaspoon of Balsamic fig jam. Then add 1 half slice of proscuiti rolled or folded over to fit and 1-2 basil leaves.
- Finish off with freshly ground black pepper and enjoy!
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