National Cheese Day Fig & Pecan Crostini

This crostini celebrates National Cheese Day with a sophisticated blend of creamy, tangy goat cheese and the sweet, earthy notes of fig jam. Toasted pecans add a delightful crunch, creating a perfect balance of textures and a rich, complex flavor profile. It's an elegant appetizer that is surprisingly simple to prepare, making it ideal for any gathering.

Cheese & Dairy

Ingredients

small baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
tablespoons olive oil
oz fresh goat cheese (chèvre), softened
1/4 cup fig jam or preserves
1/4 cup pecans, roughly chopped and toasted
teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil and arrange them on a baking sheet.
Bake the crostini for 8 minutes
minutes, or until they are lightly golden brown and crisp. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
Spread a generous layer of softened goat cheese on each piece of toasted crostini.
Top the goat cheese with a small dollop of fig jam, then sprinkle with the toasted pecans, fresh thyme leaves, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Serve immediately or at room temperature.

Chef's Tip & Pairing

For an extra layer of flavor, drizzle a tiny amount of high-quality balsamic glaze over the finished crostini just before serving. This dish pairs beautifully with a crisp, unoaked Sauvignon Blanc, which cuts through the richness of the goat cheese.

From the Tini Crostini Collection