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    Cinnamon Apple & Goat Cheese Crostini Recipe

    Published: Oct 15, 2014 · Modified: Jun 9, 2021 by Dara · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 27 Comments

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    This is what happens when I listen to my son's recipe ideas. Apples, cinnamon and goat cheese come together into one fantastic crostini appetizer or snack.
    Cinnamon Apple and Goat Cheese Crostini...Sometimes the simplest recipes are the best! Only 44 calories and 1 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP

    Cinnamon Apple and Goat Cheese Crostini...Sometimes the simplest recipes are the best! Only 44 calories and 1 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP.

    If it's one thing that I've learned about my 10-year old son, it's this: when he comes up with a recipe idea, I listen and then I run to the kitchen. By the way, before we go any further, he informed me that he wants to be referred to as "Spike" in this post. I will humor him since he came up with such an awesome recipe idea.

    A couple of days ago, Spike (sigh) said to me, "Mum, do you know what would taste really good? A piece of baguette with goat cheese and apple."

    Huh. I think the kid's on to something.

    Proudly holding his Cinnamon Apple and Goat Cheese Crostini...Sometimes the simplest recipes are the best! Only 44 calories and 1 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP.

    Since this was Spike's (can't...get...past...this) recipe idea, I got his approval on a couple of additions I wanted to make.

    Me: "What do you think about adding some cinnamon and agave nectar to the apples?"

    Spike: "Yeah, yeah...it will taste kind of like Grandma's applesauce that we make in the crockpot!" This one.

    Me: "And maybe we could add a fresh herb. Like some thyme leaves."

    Spike: "I don't know, Mum. That sounds kind of weird. I guess we could try it on one to see if we like it."

    Cinnamon Apple and Goat Cheese Crostini...Sometimes the simplest recipes are the best! Only 44 calories and 1 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP.

    We toasted bread, we spread goat cheese, we sliced apples, and we pulled out the cinnamon and agave. And then we sprinkled on some thyme leaves.

    Holy cow! These are amazing!

    The tang from the goat cheese and the sweetness from the apples and agave pairs beautifully with the crunchy and tender toasted baguette.

    Cinnamon Apple and Goat Cheese Crostini...Sometimes the simplest recipes are the best! Only 44 calories and 1 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP.

    And what about the thyme leaves? Both of my boys sprinkled extra on the rest of the crostini and proceeded to eat the whole batch.

    Serve these as an appetizer, or snack on them in the afternoon. Either way, you'll fall in love with this easy recipe.

    Well done, Spike. Well done.

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    Cinnamon Apple & Goat Cheese Crostini Recipe

    This is what happens when I listen to my son’s recipe ideas. Apples, cinnamon and goat cheese come together into one fantastic crostini appetizer or snack.
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    Course: Appetizers, Appetizers For Entertaining
    Cuisine: Italian
    Keyword: Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 12 Servings
    Calories: 37.5kcal
    Author: Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

    Ingredients

    • 12 ½-inch slices whole wheat baguette
    • ½ Gala apple cut into 12 slices
    • 1 ½ teaspoons agave nectar divided
    • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 ½ ounces about ¼ cup goat cheese
    • ½ teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
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    Instructions

    • 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until slightly crunchy, 5 to 6 minutes.
    • 2. Place the apples in a medium bowl and, using your hands, coat with ½ teaspoon of the agave nectar. Sprinkle the cinnamon over the cinnamons.
    • 3. Spread 1 teaspoon of goat cheese on each baguette slice. Top each with an apple slice, a small drizzle of the remaining agave and a few thyme leaves. Serve.

    Notes

    Weight Watchers Points: 1 (Freestyle SmartPoints), 1 (SmartPoints), 1 (Points+)

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Crostini | Calories: 37.5kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1.6g | Fat: 0.9g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 1.6mg | Sodium: 13.2mg | Potassium: 11.6mg | Fiber: 0.7g | Sugar: 1.9g
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    Disclosure: I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

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      1. Sarah+Walker+Caron+(Sarah's+Cucina+Bella)

        October 30, 2014 at 5:31 am

        What a great seasonal appetizer -- Awesome idea, "Spike"!

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      2. Lauren @ Healthy Delicious

        October 17, 2014 at 9:47 am

        mmmm these sounds great. "Spike" (lol) has a great palate for a 10 year old!

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      3. Meseidy

        October 17, 2014 at 7:10 am

        You have taught your son well! Looks like a winner to me!

        Reply
      4. Pink+guava

        October 17, 2014 at 1:21 am

        Awesome, "Spike", Awesome! What a clever combination of some of my favourite flavours.

        Reply
      5. Sommer+@ASpicyPerspective

        October 16, 2014 at 7:23 pm

        This looks amazing & I bet it taste delicious too! A must try for sure!

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      6. bev @ bevcooks

        October 16, 2014 at 10:28 am

        Yep, I'm diggin' it.

        Reply
      7. Lauren Kelly Nutrition

        October 16, 2014 at 7:57 am

        These look incredible! I want to make them for my friend's dinner party this weekend!

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