This Butternut Squash Crostini is deliciously savory-sweet and perfect for holiday entertaining!
So. Another Halloween has come and gone…..and just like that, we’re full speed ahead to the holidays. Can you even believe it? Whoever said time goes faster the older you get was absolutely right. I feel like it never slows down! Especially in November!
I always feel like I need to brace myself come November 1. For parties and shopping and decorating and cookie baking and SO much food. And I feel like I need to remind myself to slow down and enjoy it all, rather than racing to the finish like I sometimes tend to do. I know I’m not the only one….who’s with me??
So, to help me remember, I’ve decided to take on a gratitude challenge. A pledge to myself to pause and be grateful in as many moments as possible this holiday season. And a pledge to let those around me know how grateful I am for them!
Butternut Squash Crostini & $500 Cash Giveaway
Ingredients
- 1 french baguette
- 4 oz. fresh goat cheese
- 1 small butternut squash approx. 2 pounds
- 1/4 c. maple syrup
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1/2 c. whole almonds chopped
- 1 Tbsp. minced fresh rosemary
- 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/4 c. dried cranberries chopped
Instructions
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Heat oven to 425 degrees.
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Poke squash several times with a fork; heat in microwave 5 minutes to soften.
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While squash is softening, slice baguette diagonally into 1/2 inch slices. Place slices on a large baking pan.
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Once squash is cool enough to handle, peel and cut into small (1 cm.) cubes.
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Toss squash with maple syrup to coat; spread in a large rimmed baking pan.
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Place both baking pans in pre-heated oven.
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After 8 minutes, remove bread from oven.
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Stir squash and continue roasting 10 minutes more.
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Spread goat cheese onto toasted bread, approx. 1/2 tsp. per slice.
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Heat 1 Tbsp. olive oil in a small skillet.
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Add chopped almonds, minced rosemary, and kosher salt; toast 5-7 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
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Combine roasted squash with toasted almonds and stir.
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Top each crostini with a scant 1 Tbsp. of the squash mixture.
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Sprinkle with dried, chopped cranberries.
Jenice says
This recipe for the butternut squash crostini looks amazing but where do I find the recipe.
Thanks
Cathy Trochelman says
Sorry, Jenice! It should be there now!
Sheila says
Can seem to get to the actual recipe for butternut squash crostini?
Cathy Trochelman says
Sorry, Sheila! The recipe should be showing up now!
Amanda | The Chunky Chef says
I love butternut squash but have never had it on crostini before… love it!! 😀
Nancy | The Bitter Side of Sweet says
I absolutely love how you added cranberries and butternut squash together!
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks, Nancy! I love the color combo best of all! 🙂
Cyndi - My Kitchen Craze says
I love the idea of these crostini’s!! They look so fresh and light! I like your gratitude challenge too! I need to do that also. 😉
Cathy Trochelman says
Don’t we all!? Thanks so much, Cyndi!
Michelle | A Dish of Daily Life says
These look like such a colorful and festive appetizer…and healthy too! We love butternut squash here…it’s always great to find new ways to use it!
Cathy Trochelman says
I love all the possibilities! Thanks, Michelle!
Michelle | A Latte Food says
This might be the most brilliant way to use butternut squash ever! Love this!
Cathy Trochelman says
Why thank you, Michelle! I appreciate it!
Justine | Cooking and Beer says
Oh yum! This is like fall on a plate! I love simple appetizers like this one!
Cathy Trochelman says
Thanks so much, Justine! So do I!
Vicki says
I am just wondering if a different cheese or cream cheese could be used. I am not sure my family likes goat cheese. I will try it with goat cheese, but wondering what else I can use if they don’t like it.
Cathy Trochelman says
Hi Vicki, I totally understand, and YES! I should have put that in the recipe. Cream cheese would be perfect! And if you want a little added flavor, you could even use a flavored cream cheese. Hope this helps!
Kellie @ The Suburban Soapbox says
What a fabulous holiday appetizer!