Crostini With Mascarpone, Berries and Honey

Submitted by quotFoodThe Way To

"This is from a cookbook I bought in a CA winery called "Seriously Simple". This is a quick dessert that looks impressive! We enjoyed!"

 

• Ready In: 22mins
• Ingredients: 4
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 12 slices French bread, of your choice (1/2-inch thick, or 12 slices sweet bread, of your choice)
• 1⁄4 cup mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
• 2 cups fresh berries (such as raspberries or 2 cups blackberries)
• 1⁄4 cup honey, such as orange blossom, lavender, star thistle

directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place bread slices on a baking sheet and toast for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
2. Arrange the toasts on a platter and spread about 1 teaspoon of marscarpone on each one.
3. Arrange berries on top and drizzle lightly with honey.
4. Serve immediately.
5. NOTE: An attractive alternative for a brunch or dinner party is to arrange a soft, creamy blue cheese, a strong Cheddar, and a triple-cream cheese in a basket. Place slices of toasted raisin-nut bread around the cheese. Place a pot of honey in the basket and let your guests make their own selection and combination.

Reviews

[kitty.rock]

This was very good and very quick and easy to make. I really like the way these look all ready to serve - very classy looking. Delicious light flavors - I used mixed berries, so all the flavors melded together quite nicely. Great for a brunch or light luncheon dessert. Thanks "Food...Heart", for the recipe. Made for My 3 Chefs, Fall 2008.