Description
Delightful roasted peaches paired with orange-infused whipped Greek yogurt served on crispy crostini, topped with crunchy pecans and a drizzle of honey. This elegant appetizer combines creamy, sweet, and tangy flavors perfect for a summer brunch or light snack.
Ingredients
Whipped Orange Yogurt Mixture
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 6 oz cream cheese, softened
- Zest of one orange (about 1 heaping tbsp)
- 1/3 cup sugar
- Pinch ground nutmeg
- Pinch ground cinnamon
Roasted Peaches
- 3 peaches, cored and sliced into thin wedges
- 3 tbsp orange juice
Crostini and Toppings
- 8-10 crostini (French baguette slices), toasted
- 1/4 cup roughly chopped pecan halves
- Honey to drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare the whipped orange yogurt mixture: In a food processor, blend the Greek yogurt, softened cream cheese, orange zest, sugar, nutmeg, and cinnamon until the mixture is well combined and fluffy. Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour or until ready to use, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius) to prepare for roasting the peaches.
- Roast the peaches: Toss the sliced peaches gently with the orange juice in a bowl. Lightly pat the peaches dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Arrange the peach slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer. Roast the peaches in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Assemble the crostini: Generously spread the chilled whipped Greek yogurt mixture over each toasted crostini or French baguette slice. Top with a couple of roasted peach slices and sprinkle with roughly chopped pecans. Drizzle honey over each crostini for added sweetness.
- Serve and enjoy: Present the crostini immediately while the peaches are warm or at room temperature for a deliciously balanced appetizer or snack.
Notes
- You can prepare the whipped yogurt mixture a day ahead to enhance the flavors.
- Use ripe but firm peaches to avoid them becoming mushy during roasting.
- To toast crostini, bake baguette slices at 350°F for 10 minutes or until golden and crisp.
- For a nut-free version, omit pecans or substitute with toasted seeds.
- Adjust honey drizzle according to your preferred sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
