Savory Pumpkin Crostini. Toasted baguette topped with a rich and creamy pumpkin, goat cheese, and cream cheese spread. One of the best holiday appetizers!
Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. For easy cleanup, line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Lightly brush the olive oil over both sides of each baguette slice. Arrange the slices in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 5 minutes, then flip and continue baking on the other side until lightly golden and lightly crisp, about 5 additional minutes. Set aside to cool.
While the toasts bake, in a mixing bowl, beat together the goat cheese, cream cheese, pumpkin, maple syrup, salt, pepper, and cinnamon until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
To serve: Spread the crostini generously with the pumpkin mixture and top with any mix of cranberries, pumpkin seeds, and sage.
Notes
Whipped goat cheese and pumpkin mixture can be prepared up to 1 day in advance.
Baguette slices can be toasted up to 1 day in advance and stored in an airtight container. The bread’s texture will stiffen somewhat, so if you like a slightly softer baguette slice, you might consider toasting it a few hours ahead instead.
Crostini can be topped and refrigerated 1 to 2 hours in advance. Let them come closer to room temperature prior to serving.