Description
Pumpkin butter crostini with thyme is the ultimate fall appetizer that combines crunchy baguette slices with creamy pumpkin butter and aromatic thyme. This delightful dish is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy gathering or an elegant soirée. With the optional addition of tangy goat cheese, these crostini will impress your guests and become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fresh baguette (sliced into half-inch thick pieces)
- 1 cup pumpkin butter (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 4 oz goat cheese (optional, crumbled)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil; sprinkle with salt.
- Bake for about 10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Allow the crostini to cool slightly, then spread a generous layer of pumpkin butter on each slice.
- Top with fresh thyme leaves and crumbled goat cheese if desired.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 112
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 11mg