Balsamic Blueberry Mascarpone Crostini Recipe
Balsamic Blueberry Mascarpone Crostinis is a quick and easy appetizer recipe. Perfect for last minute entertaining, toasts are topped with a sweet and tangy mascarpone cheese and a blueberry compote with hints of balsamic vinegar and fresh basil, a delicious flavor combination.
Servings: 18
Calories: 61kcal
Ingredients
TOASTS:
- 18 (1/4-inch thick) french baguette slices
- 1 Tbs. olive oil
BALSAMIC BLUEBERRIES:
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 Tbs. balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp. sugar
TOPPING:
- 12 Tbs. mascarpone cheese
- ½ tsp. kosher salt
- ¼ tsp. freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 Tbs. thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
Instructions
TOASTS:
- Preheat oven to 375F. Brush bread slices with olive oil. Arrange on baking sheet and bake until crisp and toasted, 8-10 minutes, turning once.
BALSAMIC BLUEBERRIES:
- Meanwhile, in medium non-stick skillet, heat blueberries, vinegar and sugar just until blueberries are tender and a sauce forms, 4-5 minutes. Set aside and let cool.
TOPPING:
- Top toasts with mascarpone cheese (about 2 teaspoons per toast) and sprinkle with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Top with balsamic blueberry mixture and fresh basil.
Notes
Makes 18 toasts.
Nutrition
Calories: 61kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 65mg | Potassium: 6mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 156IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg