These Pear and Walnut Crostini are a festive fall appetizer that’s simple, elegant, and full of flavor. Crisp baguette slices are toasted and topped with creamy goat cheese or ricotta, juicy pear slices, crunchy walnuts, and a touch of honey. The combination of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors makes them perfect for autumn gatherings, Halloween parties, or Thanksgiving spreads. They’re easy to prepare, look beautiful on a platter, and taste as good as they look.
Pear and Walnut Crostini Recipe
Description
Pear and Walnut Crostini are festive appetizers made with toasted bread, creamy cheese, pear slices, walnuts, and honey.
Ingredients
1 baguette
2 tbsp olive oil
4 oz goat cheese or ricotta
1 pear, sliced
1/3 cup toasted walnuts
2 tbsp honey
Fresh thyme
Instructions
1. Preheat oven 375°F.
2. Toast baguette slices 5–7 minutes.
3. Spread cheese on each toast.
4. Top with pear slice and walnuts.
5. Drizzle honey, garnish with thyme.
6. Serve immediately.
Notes
Swap goat cheese with blue cheese for stronger flavor. Use pecans instead of walnuts. Assemble before serving to keep crisp.