Blackberry and Lemon Mascarpone Crostini Modern Honey

Blackberry and Lemon Mascarpone Crostini. A beautiful appetizer for a bridal shower, baby shower, party, festive holiday party, social gathering or for a dinner at home. A toasted baguette covered in creamy mascarpone cheese and topped with sugar marinated blackberries, fresh lemon zest, and a drizzle of honey. A sophisticated yet delicious appetizer. www.modernhoney.com

Blackberry and Lemon Mascarpone Crostini is made with toasted baguette, creamy Italian mascarpone cheese, blackberries marinated in sweet suar, lemon zest, and honey.

We all need quick, easy, tasty and beautiful appetizers. This Blackberry and Lemon Mascarpone Crostini is made with the freshest of ingredients. I was recently in Austin, Texas at the Whole Foods Headquarters. They were giving out samples of this fresh and vibrant appetizer and I was hooked. It was the perfect way to share summer ripened blackberries with lemon zest. This blackberry and lemon mascarpone crostini is perfect for baby showers, bridal showers, parties, festive holiday gatherings, and so much more.

How do you make Blackberry and Lemon Mascarpone Crostini?

Start with a french baguette. This will be the base of the appetizer so pick up a high quality baguette from a local bakery or grocery store. Cut into slices and toast in the oven under the broil setting for two minutes.

Let your blackberries marinate in sugar. Sugar helps to bring out the natural juices in the blackberries and it also softens them. Let the blackberries and sugar works its magic for at least 30 minutes.

Use an mascarpone cheese, at Italian cream cheese. It is heavenly creamy with a touch of natural sweetness. You may substitute softened cream cheese as well.

Add fresh lemon zest. A little bit of lemon zest goes a long way to add a fresh burst of flavor. Here is my favorite zesterfor getting just the outer yellow part of the lemon.

May use fresh herbs — thyme, mint, or basil to elevate the freshness. Cut into thinly sliced ribbons or just garnish on the serving platter.

Spread mascarpone cheese on toasted baguette. Top with sugared blueberries and lemon zest. Drizzle with honey, if so desired. Top with fresh herbs, if using.

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Lightly toast slices of french baguette.
In a bowl, combine blackberries and sugar. Set aside and let marinate for at least 30 minutes. Stir every few minutes.
Generously spread mascarpone cheese over each slice. Top with sugared blackberries. Sprinkle with lemon zest. Drizzle with honey.
Top with fresh herbs, if you so desire or place on platter as garnish.

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Blackberry and Lemon Mascarpone Crostini is made with a toasted french baguette, creamy mascarpone cheese, sugar marinated blackberries, lemon zest, and a drizzle of honey. A perfect appetizer for a bridal shower, baby shower, party, festive holiday gathering, or at home. A sophisticated and beautiful quick and easy appetizer. www.modernhoney.com

I would love to see pics of your next party when you serve these Blackberry and Lemon Mascarpone Crostinis. Come say “hello” on instagram at modern_honey. I would love to hear from you!

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Blackberry and Lemon Mascarpone Crostini Modern Honey