Sweet and Spicy Whipped Feta Crostini with Hot Honey Recipe
This Sweet and Spicy Whipped Feta Crostini with Hot Honey Magic is a delightful appetizer combining creamy whipped feta with a hint of heat from red pepper flakes, sweet honey, and a crunchy golden toasted baguette base, finished with a drizzle of hot honey for an irresistible flavor contrast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 12 crostini 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Mixture
- 8 oz feta cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
Flavor Enhancers
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
For Toasting
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 baguette, sliced
To Finish
- Hot honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for toasting the baguette slices perfectly golden and crispy.
- Blend the Cheeses: Place the feta cheese and cream cheese into a blender or food processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, creating the perfect base for the crostini topping.
- Add Sweetness and Spice: Add 2 tablespoons of honey and 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture. Blend again until all ingredients are well combined, achieving that sweet and spicy flavor balance.
- Prepare the Baguette Slices: Using a brush, lightly coat each baguette slice with olive oil. This helps them toast evenly and get a nice crunch in the oven.
- Toast the Baguette: Arrange the oiled baguette slices on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes or until the slices turn golden and crisp around the edges.
- Assemble the Crostini: Remove the toasted baguette slices from the oven and immediately spread a generous layer of the whipped feta mixture over each piece for a creamy texture contrast.
- Drizzle with Hot Honey: Finish by drizzling hot honey over the crostini just before serving. The heat from the honey accentuates the spiciness and sweetness, making these crostini irresistible.
Notes
- Use quality feta cheese for the best flavor and creaminess.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.
- Hot honey can be purchased or easily made by infusing honey with chili peppers.
- Serve crostini immediately after assembling to maintain crispiness.
- Leftover whipped feta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: whipped feta, crostini, appetizer, hot honey, sweet and spicy, feta cheese, baked baguette
