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Sweet & DessertBeginner15 min
Summer Solstice Berry Basil Crostini
This crostini captures the essence of the longest day with a vibrant, sun-kissed combination of sweet, tart, and creamy flavors. The warm, toasted bread provides a perfect canvas for the smooth, tangy mascarpone and the burst of fresh, seasonal berries. It is a light, refreshing appetizer or dessert that perfectly celebrates the start of summer.
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Ingredients
- •baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
- •tablespoons olive oil
- •oz mascarpone cheese, softened
- •tablespoons honey, plus more for drizzling
- •teaspoon lemon zest
- •1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- •1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- •1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced (chiffonade)
- •Pinch of sea salt
Prep Steps
- 1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil and arrange them on a baking sheet. Toast for 8 minutes
- 2minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
- 3While the bread toasts, prepare the topping: In a small bowl, combine the softened mascarpone cheese, 2 tablespoons of honey, and lemon zest. Stir until smooth and well
- 4combined.
- 5In a separate bowl, gently toss the sliced strawberries and blueberries with a pinch of sea salt to enhance their natural sweetness.
- 6Once the crostini are cool enough to handle, spread a generous layer of the mascarpone mixture onto each slice.
- 7Top the mascarpone with the mixed berries, drizzle lightly with extra honey, and garnish with the fresh basil chiffonade before serving immediately.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
For an extra layer of flavor, infuse the honey by letting a sprig of thyme or a vanilla bean sit in it overnight before drizzling. This crostini pairs beautifully with a chilled, slightly sweet Prosecco or a crisp, dry Rosé.
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