Berry and Mascarpone Crostini
A recipe for Berry and Mascarpone Crostini! These light crostini are topped with a sweetened mascarpone spread, blueberries, strawberries, and a drizzle of honey.
Servings 3 -4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 baguette
- 1-2 tablespoons (15-30 grams) unsalted butter for brushing, softened at room temperature
- 8 ounces (227 grams) mascarpone cheese
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
- Pinch salt
- 6 ounces (170 grams) fresh strawberries cut into bite size pieces
- 4 ounces (113 grams) fresh blueberries
- Honey for drizzling
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Place the oven rack in the top third of the oven. Turn the broiler on low.
- Cut the baguette into 1/2 inch (1.25 centimeters) thick slices.
- Place the slices in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Brush the tops with the softened butter.
- Broil just until the tops are toasted, about 1-2 minutes. Set aside and allow to cool completely to room temperature.
- In a medium bowl, fold together the mascarpone, sugar, vanilla paste, and salt until well blended.
- Once the toasted bread is cooled, spread the mascarpone over the top of each slice.
- Top with berries, then drizzle with honey and garnish with mint leaves.
- Serve immediately.