Roasted Mushroom Crostini with goat cheese
This roasted mushroom crostini recipe is perfect for entertaining, especially around the holidays. Crisp baguette slices slathered with gooey goat cheese, topped with caramelized roasted mushrooms and a touch of honey. They are SO delicious and make an elegant appetizer that's incredibly easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress!
Roasted mushrooms go fabulously with goat cheese, so I've paired them together to make these tasty little mushroom toasts. Both the mushrooms and the crostini can be made a day in advance, so it's a cinch to pull together at party time. The perfect appetizer for entertaining!
What makes these mushroom toasts special is that I finish it with a drizzle of honey. But not just any honey, I love using a truffle honey to add even more earthy goodness. That little hint of truffle flavor just makes them taste fancier and more special, like in my creamy wild mushroom risotto. The addition of truffle really brings out the earthy mushrooms.
On top of being delicious, these wild mushroom and goat cheese crostini just make a downright beautiful appetizer. They look as good as they taste! One more reason to serve them at your next party.
Looking for more festive holiday appetizers? Try this Italian classic beef Carpaccio recipe, this easy citrus Marinated Olives recipe, or these Italian baked Clams Oreganata.
Why You should make this recipe
- Simple ingredients that are customizable to suit your needs.
- Only 15 minutes of prep time (the rest happens in the oven).
- Elements can be made ahead of time for ease of preparation.
- A mix of earthy, sweet and salty flavors with crunchy, creamy textures.
Mushroom Crostini Ingredient Notes
Baguette - You can use a fresh baguette or day old bread. Slice thinly into 1-inch slices using a serrated knife. While traditional crostini uses baguette, feel free to experiment with different bread from your local grocery stores—ciabatta, sourdough, or gluten-free alternatives work wonderfully.
Mushrooms - I recommend using a mix of different mushrooms for the bedt results. You can use a mix of any variety of wild mushrooms, white button mushrooms, baby bella or portobello mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms or oyster mushrooms. Each variety brings unique earthy characteristics to the dish. Pro tip: Use a clean sponge or damp paper towel to gently clean your mushrooms, avoiding water that can make them soggy.
Fresh thyme - Adds a hint of lemon, earthiness and incredible depth. Fresh herbs are best here, but you can substitute dried thyme or rosemary in a pinch.
Fresh goat cheese - I love the creamy texture and tangy flavor goat cheese brings, but if you're not a fan, try using brie, burrata, ricotta, mascarpone cheese, or whipped feta. You can even make a vegan mushroom crostini by using a dairy-free cheese alternative.
Honey - I love using a truffle infused honey for this recipe to add even more earthy funk. If you can't find truffle honey, any type of wildflower honey will work. You can also add a few drops of truffle oil.
*Find the full ingredient list in the recipe card below!
Helpful Equipment
- Serrated Knife
- Sheet Pan
- Pastry Brush
Step by Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
- Use a pastry brush to coat each bread slice thoroughly with extra virgin olive oil.
- Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet in a single layer, then bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden and crisp.
- Increase the oven to 425 degrees.
- Toss mushrooms with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, thyme, salt and black pepper, then arrange the mushroom mixture on a sheet pan in an even layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, tossing once or twice, until they are golden brown and caramelized.
- Spread a layer of goat cheese on each slice of bread, then top with the warm mushrooms.
- Drizzle with honey, sprinkle with more thyme leaves if you want and serve!
Tips for making mushroom crostini
- The more different mushroom varieties you use, the more complex it will taste.
- To ensure smooth spreading, soften the goat cheese first
- Make sure your mushrooms get very well roasted and deeply caramelized for the best flavor.
- If you can't find truffle honey, add a drip or two of truffle oil to each little toast for the same touch.
- For even more flavor, add a little bit of balsamic vinegar, sherry or marsala wine to the roasting pan with the mushrooms.
How to Prepare in advance
The mushrooms and the crostini can be made a day in advance. Just keep the mushrooms refrigerated and the toasts in a zip-top bag at room temperature, then simply warm the mushrooms up and assemble.
You can also assemble the toasts a few hours ahead of time, then pop them in a low oven (250-300 degrees F) for about 5 minutes. You just want to take the chill off the mushrooms, perk up the toast, and let the goat cheese get warm and gooey. Drizzle the honey right before serving.
How to serve mushroom crostini
These make a great appetizer to bring to a party or potluck to serve alongside other apps.
I also love serving them as a starter for a delicious holiday meal of roasted beef tenderloin, decadent potatoes Dauphinoise, and this buttery Parmesan spinach recipe.
FAQ's
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven or toaster oven until warmed through and crisp. It's best to store the elements separately and assemble right before serving.
They are very similar but there are differences. Crostini means "little crusts" in Italian and is typically smaller, thin and crisp, with various toppings. Bruschetta is typically made with larger, more rustic pieces of bread, grilled over open flames and rubbed with garlic and olio nuovo, which is the first pressed green olive oil of the season.
In the US, bruschetta is most commonly comes with a fresh tomato basil topping.
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Roasted Mushroom Crostini
Ingredients
- 1 baguette thinly sliced on a bias about 1 inch thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil plus more for brushing
- 2 lbs assorted mushrooms, sliced Such as crimini, oyster, shiitake, etc.
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves chopped, plus more for garnish
- salt and pepper
- 8 ounces fresh goat cheese softened
- Truffled honey or wildflower honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Brush baguette slices with olive oil, then arrange on a sheet pan in a single layer. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until crisp and golden.
- Toss mushrooms on a sheet pan with 2 tablespoons olive oil, thyme, salt, then spread them out in an even layer.
- Bake until browned and caramelized, about 25 minutes. Let cool slightly.
- To assemble, spread about one tablespoon goat cheese on each crostini, then top with mushrooms.
- Drizzle with honey, sprinkle with more thyme leaves to garnish and serve!
Notes
- The more different mushroom varieties you use, the more complex it will taste.
- Make sure your goat cheese is soft for easy spreading.
- the mushrooms should be very well roasted and deeply caramelized for the best flavor.
- If you can't find truffle honey, add a drip or two of truffle oil for the same touch.
- For even more flavor, add a little bit of balsamic vinegar, sherry or marsala wine to the roasting pan with the mushrooms.
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