Creamy Whipped Feta Crostini with Roasted Strawberries
A quick and easy appetizer featuring fluffy whipped feta cheese spread on toasted crostini, topped with sweet roasted strawberries and a balsamic drizzle for a perfect balance of creamy, sweet, and tangy flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 12 crostini (about 6 servings) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 12 ounces fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 small baguette, sliced about 1/2 inch thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil or mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a medium bowl, toss the hulled and halved strawberries with granulated sugar until evenly coated. Spread them out on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast the strawberries in the oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until soft, slightly caramelized, and juicy.
- While the strawberries roast, slice the baguette into 1/2-inch slices. Brush each side lightly with olive oil. Arrange on a separate baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 7 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
- In a food processor, combine crumbled feta, softened cream cheese, heavy cream, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and airy, about 1 to 2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Spread a generous layer of whipped feta on each toasted bread slice. Top with 2 to 3 roasted strawberry halves.
- Drizzle each crostini with about 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar and finish with a few cracks of fresh black pepper.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh basil or mint leaves.
- Serve immediately while crostini are crisp and whipped feta is cool and creamy.
Notes
Use day-old or slightly stale baguette for best toasting results. If whipped feta is too thick, add a splash more heavy cream and blend again. Spoon off excess juice from roasted strawberries to avoid soggy bread. For vegan or dairy-free options, substitute cream cheese and feta with plant-based alternatives and heavy cream with coconut cream. Crostini are best served immediately; assembled crostini do not store well as bread softens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crostini
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Protein: 6
Keywords: whipped feta, crostini, roasted strawberries, balsamic vinegar, appetizer, easy recipe, party food, Mediterranean diet