Peach Crostini with Whipped Cottage Cheese, Basil & Hot Honey Recipe
Delight in these refreshing and simple peach crostini topped with creamy whipped cottage cheese, fresh basil, crunchy pistachios, and a drizzle of spicy hot honey. Perfect as a summer appetizer or snack, this recipe combines sweet, savory, and spicy flavors with a satisfying crunch in just about 16 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 18-22 crostini
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Base
- 1 french baguette, cut diagonally into 1/2 inch slices
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- 1 garlic clove, cut in half
Whipped Cottage Cheese
- 1 ½ cups low-fat cottage cheese (preferably good culture)
- Zest from 1 lemon
Toppings
- 2 to 3 large ripe peaches, sliced
- Hot honey, for drizzling
- ½ cup shelled roasted pistachios, chopped
- Julienned fresh basil
- Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
- Optional: 2 ounces prosciutto, cut into 18-20 pieces and rolled
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baguette: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Arrange the baguette slices on the sheet without overlapping.
- Brush and Rub with Garlic: Drizzle or brush the baguette slices lightly with olive oil. Take the halved garlic clove and rub it over the top of each slice to infuse a subtle garlic flavor.
- Bake the Crostini: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 6 to 8 minutes until the crostini are toasted around the edges and slightly crispy but not hard.
- Whip the Cottage Cheese: In a food processor, combine the cottage cheese and lemon zest. Process for about 30 seconds to 1 minute until the mixture is smooth and creamy, resembling whipped cheese.
- Assemble the Crostini: Spread about one tablespoon of the whipped cottage cheese onto each toasted baguette slice. Top with two peach slices gently placed over the cheese.
- Add Toppings and Garnishes: Drizzle a small amount of hot honey over each crostini for a sweet and spicy kick. Sprinkle the chopped pistachios on top, add some fresh julienned basil, and finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt for added texture and flavor.
- Optional Prosciutto Addition: If using, place a rolled piece of prosciutto on the whipped cottage cheese before layering the peaches for an extra savory touch.
Notes
- This recipe yields approximately 18 to 22 crostini, perfect for serving a crowd or as an elegant snack.
- You can easily halve the recipe if fewer servings are desired.
- These crostini make an excellent choice for morning toast as well.
- For an added savory flavor, incorporate rolled prosciutto slices between the cheese and peach.
- Adjust the amount of hot honey to your preferred level of spiciness and sweetness.