Nutty Fruits Crostini

Savor this tasty appetizer with our Winter Cherry Bombshell Cocktail

Ingredients:

- 1 baguette or crusty bread, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
- 8 oz goat cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup roasted pecans, roughly chopped
- 1 apple (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries or dried cherries
- 2-3 tbsp honey (for drizzling)
- Fresh thyme or rosemary leaves (for garnish)
- Olive oil (for drizzling)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crostini:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the sliced baguette on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Toast in the oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

2. Assemble the Crostini:
- Spread a generous layer of softened goat cheese on each toasted baguette slice.
- Top each slice with a few slices of fresh apple.

3. Add Toppings:
- Sprinkle the chopped roasted pecans and dried cranberries over the apple slices.

4. Drizzle with Honey:
- Finish by drizzling a little honey over each crostini for a touch of sweetness.

5. Garnish:
- Garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary leaves for an aromatic touch.

6. Serve:
- Arrange the crostini on a serving platter and serve immediately.

### Tips:
- Feel free to experiment with different cheeses, such as cream cheese or brie, if you prefer.
- For added depth, you can toast the pecans in a skillet with a little butter and a sprinkle of salt before chopping them.
- These crostini can be prepared ahead of time; just assemble them shortly before serving to keep the bread crisp.