Description
Delightful walnut toasts topped with melted Gruyère cheese and fresh blackberries, finished with a drizzle of honey for a perfect balance of savory and sweet. This easy appetizer combines crunchy nuts, creamy cheese, and juicy berries for an elegant snack or party bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Walnut Toasts
- Baguette, sliced (about 12 slices)
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
- 1 cup blackberries, fresh
- Honey, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for toasting the bread and melting the cheese.
- Prepare baguette slices: Arrange the baguette slices evenly on a baking sheet to ensure good heat circulation.
- Add walnuts: Sprinkle the chopped walnuts evenly over each baguette slice to add crunch and nutty flavor.
- Top with Gruyère cheese: Generously cover the walnuts with shredded Gruyère cheese, which will melt beautifully during baking.
- Bake the toasts: Place the baking sheet in the oven and toast for about 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Remove from oven: Take the toasts out carefully once the cheese has melted and reached a desirable bubbly texture.
- Add blackberries: Top each warm toast with fresh blackberries to provide a burst of juicy sweetness and vibrant color.
- Drizzle honey: Lightly drizzle honey over the toasts to enhance the sweet-savory flavor combination.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy these walnut toasts with Gruyère and blackberries right away for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use day-old baguette for better toasting results—it holds toppings better and crisps nicely.
- Gruyère cheese can be substituted with other melting cheeses like Emmental or Comté if unavailable.
- For extra sweetness, add a small dollop of mascarpone before placing the blackberries.
- Chopped walnuts can be toasted lightly beforehand for enhanced flavor, but this is optional.
- Serve as an appetizer or a light snack paired with a crisp white wine.
