Fig Crostini with Goat Cheese and Hazelnuts

Simple appetizer for large groups.

Ingredients

1 French baguette

2 Tbsp olive oil

125 g goat cheese, at room temperature

250 g fresh figs, stems removed and quartered

¼ Cup toasted hazelnuts

Sea salt

Ground black pepper

Balsamic vinegar or honey, for garnish
Fresh thyme

Method

1. Preheat oven to 375 F.
2. Slice the baguette into ¼-inch pieces.
3. Place the sliced baguette on a rimmed quarter sheet baking pan. Drizzle with olive oil and salt. Bake until crispy and golden, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes.
4. Using a small spatula, spread about 1 tablespoon goat cheese on each crostini, covering most of the bread. Layer quartered figs on top of the cheese.
5. Sprinkle with toasted hazelnuts, fresh thyme and season with a little sea salt and black pepper on each crostini. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar or honey. Serve immediately and enjoy!