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Creamy Whipped Feta Crostini Recipe with Roasted Tomatoes and Basil

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A quick and easy appetizer featuring whipped feta cheese spread topped with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes and fresh basil on toasted baguette slices. Perfect for entertaining and last-minute guests.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces (225g) feta cheese, preferably Greek feta in brine
  • 4 ounces (115g) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pint (about 300g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • A handful of fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 loaf baguette or rustic bread, sliced into 1/2-inch (1.25cm) thick pieces

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss halved cherry tomatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Spread cut-side up on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until soft, caramelized, and slightly wrinkled.
  2. While tomatoes roast, drain feta cheese well to avoid watery spread. In a food processor, combine feta, softened cream cheese, minced garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and lemon juice. Pulse until smooth and fluffy, scraping down sides as needed.
  3. Slice baguette into 1/2-inch thick pieces. Brush lightly with olive oil on both sides. Toast slices on a grill pan or in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
  4. Spread a generous layer of whipped feta onto each toasted bread slice. Top with a spoonful of warm roasted tomatoes. Scatter chopped fresh basil leaves over the top, drizzle lightly with olive oil, and add a crack of black pepper.
  5. Serve crostini fresh and slightly warm. If making ahead, keep whipped feta and roasted tomatoes separate and assemble just before serving to keep bread crisp.

Notes

[‘Drain feta thoroughly to avoid watery whipped feta.’, ‘Use room temperature cream cheese for smoother whipping.’, ‘Roast tomatoes at high heat to caramelize sugars without drying out.’, ‘Toast bread just before assembling to keep it crisp.’, ‘If whipped feta is too thick, loosen with a teaspoon or two of water or olive oil.’, ‘Store whipped feta and roasted tomatoes separately if making ahead.’, ‘Use a good-quality extra virgin olive oil for best flavor.’, ‘Fresh basil should be added last to preserve color and aroma.’]

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Keywords: whipped feta, crostini, roasted tomatoes, basil, appetizer, easy recipe, entertaining, quick snack

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