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Honey roasted goat cheese toasts

Honey roasted goat cheese toasts are a warm appetizer for 6 people, made with rounds of goat cheese log browned under the broiler with honey and thyme on a crisp baguette toast. They take 20 minutes of active work, can be started the same day, with toasts made in the morning and the cheese finished right before guests arrive. Very easy and at €1.40 per person, success comes down to a fresh, not overly aged cheese and a quick pass under the broiler.

Golden rounds of goat cheese with honey and thyme on a crisp toast, warm and crunchy, that's the little pleasure of the aperitif.

Honey roasted goat cheese toasts
For
6 people
Work
20 min
Total time
35 min
Prep
Prepared the same day
Difficulty
Very easy
Cost per person
€1.40
Calories per person
150 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach

A round of goat cheese browning and softening under the broiler, honey dripping over it and thyme scenting the whole thing, all sitting on a still crisp baguette toast. It's the kind of simple bite that disappears first from the appetizer table, warm, melty and lightly sweet and salty.

This is the perfect starter for a casual dinner with friends or a family gathering, any time of year. It pairs well with a charcuterie board, crunchy raw vegetables or simply a glass of white wine, opening the meal without complicating things in the kitchen.

The schedule

What happens when, so you can be with your guests instead of in the kitchen.

  1. The day before Nothing to do
  2. The same day 1 step, 8 min
  3. Before the guests arrive 3 steps, 6 min
  4. When it's time to serve 1 step

In the morning, toast the baguette slices and set them aside. Right before guests arrive, slice the cheese, assemble the toasts and broil them, which only takes a few minutes. At serving time, add pepper and bring them to the table warm.

The ingredients

6 people

Dairy

  • Goat cheese log 2

Bakery

  • Baguette 1

Pantry

  • Honey 4 tbsp
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Fruits and vegetables

  • Thyme 6 sprigs

Allergens Gluten, Lactose

The recipe, moment by moment

The same dayDuring the day, whenever you get a moment.

  1. Cut the baguette into thin slices, spread them on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven. 8 min

    A thin baguette slice browns fast, start checking at 4 minutes.

Before the guests arriveThe last hour, right before the doorbell rings.

  1. Slice the goat cheese logs into rounds about one centimeter thick using cheese wire or a warm knife.

    Cold cheese slices cleanly without losing its shape.

  2. Place a round of goat cheese on each toast, drizzle with honey and sprinkle with thyme.

    Half a spoonful of honey is enough, too much will caramelize the toast.

  3. Place under the broiler until the cheese is golden and melted. 6 min

    Stay by the broiler, it only takes a few minutes.

When it's time to serveThe final touches, right in front of your guests.

  1. Season generously with pepper and serve right away, warm.

    A few turns of the pepper mill bring out the honey.

Our tips to get it right

  • Use cheese wire instead of a knife for clean rounds that hold their shape while cooking.
  • Cut your toasts slightly wider than the cheese rounds, since the cheese spreads a little as it melts.
  • Keep a close eye on the broiler the whole time, honey can burn in just a few extra seconds.

The variations

  • Swap the honey for fig or onion jam for a more savory version.
  • Add a few crushed walnuts on top of the cheese before broiling for extra crunch.
  • For kids, skip the pepper and let the toasts cool slightly, they hold together better that way.

What to serve it with

  • Charcuterie board with olives
  • Crunchy raw vegetables for dipping
  • A glass of dry white wine

Storage

Once assembled and broiled, these toasts don't keep, they're best warm and straight from the oven. You can slice the cheese and toast the bread ahead of time, then assemble and broil everything at the last minute.

Questions about this recipe

What kind of goat cheese works best here?

A fresh goat cheese log, not too aged, melts and browns nicely without running off the plaque. An overly dry cheese may not melt properly under the broiler.

Can I use a different bread instead of baguette?

Yes, thinly sliced country bread or rye bread slices work just as well. What matters is a bread that toasts well and stays crisp.

How do I keep the honey from burning under the broiler?

Stay by the oven while it cooks, since it only takes a few minutes. Spreading the honey evenly also helps avoid spots that caramelize too fast.

How many toasts should I plan per person?

Count on 2 to 3 toasts per person if served alongside other bites, a bit more if it's the only appetizer. One baguette is usually enough for 6 people.

Can honey roasted goat cheese toasts be made ahead?

Yes, during the day. The recipe needs 20 min of work in total, split up like this, the same day, 1 step, before the guests arrive, 3 steps, when it's time to serve, 1 step.

How long does it take to make honey roasted goat cheese toasts?

Allow 35 min in total, including resting and cooking time, of which 20 min is actual work. The recipe is rated "very easy".

How many calories are in honey roasted goat cheese toasts?

About 150 kcal per person, for a recipe meant for 6 people. The calories are calculated by Kiloach, your kilo coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does honey roasted goat cheese toasts cost?

About €1.40 per person, that's €8.40 for 6 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains gluten, lactose. Remember to ask your guests about their allergies before putting your menu together.

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