This peach crostini recipe is great with fresh basil or balsamic. everyone loves the bright colors and vibrant flavor of this summer appetizer.
recipe originally published September 11, 2012
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Fresh peach recipe
This sweet cream roasted peach crostini recipe is one of the reasons we look forward to summer. Truly, it is. I have been asked to bring this crostini to summer parties, and it always disappears quickly when I serve it.
This peach crostini is equally good with fresh chopped basil or a balsamic drizzle.
How to make peach crostini
This fresh and sweet appetizer is quick and easy to make!
Next time you see fresh peaches at the farmers market or store - or are lucky enough to grow your own - grab a baguette as well. Also pick up some cashews if you don't already have them, fresh basil or a balsamic reduction, and you've got all you need for a delicious peach crostini snack that pairs well with your evening glass of crisp cool sauv blanc.
I usually roast the peaches, but have also quickly cooked them on the stovetop. The stovetop method usually happens when I have help in the kitchen, and the baguette has been sliced and is toasting in the oven while I am ready with the chopped peaches.
I make the cashew cream first. Then I slice the baguette and get it in the oven. While the crostini toasts, I chop the peaches and get them ready for their turn in the oven (or get them in the pan).
The rest is as easy as spreading the sweet cashew cream over the toasted crostini, then topping them with fresh roasted peaches and fresh basil or balsamic.
Delicious!
More fresh summertime recipes
- Easy Refrigerator Jam
- Perfect Picnic Pasta Salad
- Light and Fresh Piña Coladas
- Sesame Broccoli Salad
- Cheesy Roasted Hasselback Tomatoes
- Lemon Piccata Potato Salad
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Sweet Cream Peach Crostini
This peach crostini, with a flavorful balsamic drizzle or fresh basil, is a brightly colored and vibrantly flavored summer treat.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup cashews
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup maple syrup or 4-5 pitted dates
- 1 gluten free baguette, sliced thin
- 2 fresh peaches
- fresh basil leaves or balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300 °F. In blender at high speed, combine cashews, water, and maple syrup. Blend until smooth.
- Slice baguette and arrange slices on baking sheet. Toast at 300 °F for 5-7 minutes.
- While baguette toasts, pit and chop the peaches.
- Remove toasted baguette, set aside.
- Increase oven temperature to 350 °F.
- Add parchment to baking sheet (for easy cleanup). Arrange chopped peaches in single layer on baking sheet.
- Roast peaches at 350 °F for 15 – 20 minutes.
- Arrange baguette toasts on a serving platter.
- Top each toast with a spoonful of cashew cream.
- Add a spoonful of roasted peaches atop the cream.
- Finish with finely chopped fresh basil or a drizzle of balsamic reduction.
Notes
dairy, egg, gluten free and vegan recipe
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 252Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 338mgCarbohydrates: 33gFiber: 3gSugar: 12gProtein: 9g
nutrition calculations results vary by calculator, are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to replace medical advice or treatment.
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natalie@thesweetslife says
Thank you for your thoughtful words about this day!
spabettie says
you are welcome, Natalie. it' a big day.
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
Max is 11 1/2, so that time is very prevalent in my thoughts. I remember nursing him and seeing what had happened on tv. I still get chills to this day. I'm so sorry you lost your dear friend. Her life was definitely not in vein. We will always remember!
spabettie says
it was such a tragic event in our lives, everyone has a connection of some sort. difficult day.
Heather @ Better With Veggies says
This day will always be a little sad, I know the feeling of missing a dear friend, but luckily didn't know anyone personally who was lost in 9/11. Either way, I will always remember.
On a happier note - that sweet cashew cream sounds awesome - I never thought to use coconut milk in a cashew cream, but it sounds fantastic. Pinning now!
In fact, I just finished a serving of your artichoke ceviche for lunch - delicious!! 🙂
spabettie says
it is a difficult day - we have to remember.
so happy you like the ceviche!! 🙂
Stephanie, The Recipe Renovator says
Where on earth do you find gluten-free sourdough bagettes? Jealous! Thank you for a lovely post. Last year we broke ground on a community garden and tonight we're going to have a little get-together over there to enjoy what we built.
spabettie says
we have a dedicated gluten free bakery here in Portland - next time you visit I'll show you! they have a sourdough... not exactly the same, but I'll take it! 🙂 congrats on your garden - what a lovely way to mark this day and make it positive!
Aimee says
I'll probably get stoned for saying this, but I can't stand peaches! However, this makes them look tasty. I still won't eat it, but you do make them sound almost tempting. 🙂
spabettie says
Aimee! throwing stone (fruit?) at you now!! (and someone can throw back at me, for the joke...) 😉
jobo says
What a beautiful post and tribute, friend. I had no idea the tie you had to 9/11. Wow. And this appetizer? looks divine. absolutely drooling. XOXO
spabettie says
I remember it all like it was yesterday - that whole week (Katie was an early responder, she called me every night recounting her day, trying to let go of it...). such a tragedy for so many <3
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says
I had forgotten what day it was until I turned on the news... Can you believe it's already been 11 years?!
This recipe looks like the perfect end of summer peaches celebration. I love how these unplanned things can turn into something incredible! I have just the balsamic to use...
spabettie says
oh, good, I hope you make this - so yum!
Heather (Where's the Beach) says
An amazing looking recipe and a wonderful reminder for us to all take time to remember this day.
spabettie says
thanks, Heather. 🙂
Beth @ Tasty Yummies says
I still cannot believe that was 11 years ago today. In some ways it feels like only yesterday. It is funny because I likely couldn't tell you where I was on any other given day that year or most other years, but I will definitely never forget everything about that day. The weather, the way the sun shined, where I sat and how I felt. It is burned into my mind's eye.
Thanks for taking time to acknowledge it and of course, thanks for another incredible recipe 🙂 I need those baguettes in my life, haha
spabettie says
I know - I recall it all like it was yesterday - down to the weather.
sending hugs to you, Beth, thanks for your kind and uplifting comments every day - they make me smile 🙂
Maryea {Happy Healthy Mama} says
This sounds like an incredible flavor combination. Makes me want to have an end of summer party so I can have these as an app. 🙂
spabettie says
so do it - or just make them for yourself! 🙂