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Cinnamon Sugar Peach & Pecan Crostini
Sweet & DessertBeginner15 min

Cinnamon Sugar Peach & Pecan Crostini

This crostini is a delightful tribute to the summer's bounty, featuring the sweet, juicy flavor of fresh peaches paired with the rich, nutty crunch of pecans. A creamy, spiced mascarpone base provides a luxurious texture, perfectly balancing the fruit and the toasted bread.

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Ingredients

  • baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
  • tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • oz mascarpone cheese, softened
  • tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ripe peaches, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup toasted pecans, roughly chopped

Prep Steps

  1. 1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of the baguette slices with melted butter, then arrange them on a baking sheet. Toast for 8 minutes
  2. 2minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp.\n
  3. 3In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon. While the crostini are still warm, lightly sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the tops.\n
  4. 4In a separate bowl, whisk together the softened mascarpone cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.\n
  5. 5Spread a generous layer of the mascarpone mixture onto each toasted crostini. Top with 2
  6. 6thin slices of fresh peach.\n
  7. 7Garnish the crostini with a sprinkle of the chopped toasted pecans just before serving.

Chef's Tip & Pairing

For an extra layer of flavor, lightly grill the peach slices for 30 seconds per side before assembling the crostini. Pair this sweet treat with a glass of Moscato d'Asti or a light, slightly chilled Prosecco.

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