White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Dream Crostini

This sweet crostini is a delightful blend of creamy, crunchy, and rich flavors. A smooth white chocolate ganache is spread over a crisp, toasted baguette slice, then topped with buttery, toasted macadamia nuts and a drizzle of honey. It's the perfect indulgent bite to celebrate the day.

Sweet & Dessert

Ingredients

small baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
oz good quality white chocolate, finely chopped
1/4-Pinch of sea salt
1/2 cup macadamia nuts, roughly chopped
tablespoon honey, for drizzling
Pinch of sea salt

Method

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush baguette slices with melted butter and toast for 8 minutes
minutes until golden and crisp. Set aside.\n
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until just simmering. Remove from heat and pour over the chopped white chocolate in a bowl. Let stand for 2 minutes, then whisk until smooth to form a ganache.\n
Toast the chopped macadamia nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes
minutes until fragrant and lightly browned.\n
Spread a generous layer of the white chocolate ganache on each toasted crostini. Sprinkle with the toasted macadamia nuts and a tiny pinch of sea salt.\n
Finish with a light drizzle of honey just before serving.

Chef's Tip & Pairing

For an extra layer of flavor, infuse the heavy cream with a vanilla bean pod before making the ganache. Pair this sweet treat with a late-harvest Riesling or a Moscato d'Asti to complement the sweetness and nutty notes.

From the Tini Crostini Collection