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Creamy Whipped Feta Crostini with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Basil

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A quick and easy appetizer featuring whipped feta cheese spread on toasted baguette slices topped with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes and fresh basil. Perfect for entertaining or a light snack.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces (225 grams) feta cheese, block preferred
  • 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream or full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 pint (about 300 grams) cherry tomatoes
  • 10–15 fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped or torn
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin recommended
  • 1 loaf baguette or crusty bread, sliced into ½-inch (1.3 cm) pieces
  • 1 clove garlic, optional, for rubbing on toasted bread
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Rinse and pat dry cherry tomatoes. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet.
  3. Roast tomatoes for 20–25 minutes until blistered and softened but not mushy.
  4. While tomatoes roast, crumble feta into a mixing bowl. Add heavy cream or Greek yogurt and lemon juice if using. Whip with a hand mixer or food processor until smooth and creamy. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Slice baguette into ½-inch thick slices. Toast or grill until golden and crisp, about 3–4 minutes per side. Optionally rub toasted bread with garlic clove.
  6. Spread whipped feta generously on each toasted baguette slice.
  7. Top with warm roasted cherry tomatoes, including some of the juices.
  8. Garnish with torn or chopped fresh basil leaves and drizzle with extra olive oil if desired.
  9. Serve immediately to maintain crispness and freshness.

Notes

Use room temperature feta for easier whipping. Roast tomatoes until blistered but not mushy. Toast bread slowly for best texture. Lemon juice brightens whipped feta but use sparingly. Can prep whipped feta and roasted tomatoes ahead and assemble just before serving.

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Keywords: whipped feta, crostini, roasted cherry tomatoes, basil, appetizer, easy recipe, party food, quick snack

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