Sweet and Spicy Whipped Feta Crostini with Hot Honey Bliss Recipe
These Sweet and Spicy Whipped Feta Crostini with Hot Honey Bliss are perfect bite-sized appetizers combining creamy whipped feta and cream cheese with sweet honey and a spicy kick from red pepper flakes. Crispy toasted baguette slices provide the perfect base, creating a delightful balance of textures and flavors that will impress at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Mixture
- 8 ounces Feta Cheese (crumbled)
- 4 ounces Cream Cheese (softened)
Spicy Honey
- 2 tablespoons Honey (mix with hot sauce or cayenne pepper for added heat)
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (adjust to taste)
Crostini
- 1 large Baguette (sliced into 1/2-inch pieces)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for toasting the baguette slices.
- Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese and softened cream cheese. Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add Sweet and Spicy Ingredients: Stir in the honey and red pepper flakes into the cheese mixture and blend again until evenly incorporated, creating a sweet and spicy whipped cheese.
- Slice and Oil Baguette: Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick pieces. Lightly brush each slice with olive oil to ensure they toast to a crisp golden texture.
- Toast Crostini: Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 5 to 7 minutes or until the slices are golden brown and crispy.
- Assemble Crostini: Spread the whipped feta mixture generously on each toasted baguette slice. Drizzle additional hot honey over the top if desired to enhance the sweet and spicy flavor experience.
Notes
- You can substitute feta with goat cheese or cream cheese for a milder flavor.
- For a dairy-free alternative, use vegan cream cheese and vegan honey substitutes.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes and hot honey to control the spiciness to your preference.
- Use fresh baguette for the best crisp and texture results.
- Serve immediately after assembling to maintain crostini crispness.
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