Description
Sweet summer peaches meet creamy goat cheese on crispy toasted bread—the perfect appetizer for any warm-weather gathering
Ingredients
- 1 baguette, sliced ½ inch thick (8 slices)
- 8 oz goat cheese, room temperature
- 3–4 ripe peaches, sliced into half-moons
- 20 fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Flaky sea salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Brush bread slices with olive oil on both sides. Grill or broil for 2 minutes per side until golden and slightly charred.
- Allow toasts to cool for 2 minutes, then spread each generously with room temperature goat cheese.
- Arrange 2-3 peach slices on each toast, slightly overlapping.
- Tear basil leaves and scatter over peaches.
- Drizzle with honey and remaining olive oil.
- Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper.
- Serve immediately while toast is still crispy.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a tiny sprinkle of fresh thyme
- Peaches can be grilled for 1 minute per side for a smoky sweetness
- Substitute pears in fall or cherry tomatoes for a savory version
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes