Description
The “Spicy Feta Delight Crostini with Sweet Drizzle” is a tantalizing appetizer that combines the creamy texture of whipped feta with the crispiness of a toasted baguette, all enhanced by the warmth of homemade hot honey. This recipe perfectly balances the richness of cheeses and the spiciness of red pepper flakes, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or a luxurious treat at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup honey
- ½ tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ tablespoon hot sauce (Sriracha or similar)
- 1½ teaspoons minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 4-ounce container feta cheese crumbles
- ¼ cup cream cheese
- ¼ cup cottage cheese
- 24 toasted baguette slices
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- 3–4 sprigs fresh rosemary, torn
Instructions
- Prepare the Hot Honey Combine the honey, apple cider vinegar, hot sauce, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan. Heat the mixture over low heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- Make the Whipped Feta In the bowl of a food processor, add the feta cheese crumbles, cream cheese, and cottage cheese. Pulse to combine, then blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Pause occasionally to scrape the sides of the bowl if necessary.
- Assemble the Crostini Spoon the whipped feta mixture onto each toasted baguette slice. Then, arrange them in a single layer on a serving platter. Sprinkle with chopped pecans and fresh rosemary. Finally, drizzle with the cooled hot honey before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes