Baked Apple, Blue Cheese and Chorizo Crostini
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Sweet, caramelized apples pair perfectly with spicy chorizo and the bold, creamy bite of blue cheese in this baked apple, blue cheese, and chorizo crostini. This recipe actually comes from my dad, who has been making it for years, and it quickly became a family favorite. It’s so good that my boyfriend and I often turn it into a full entrée rather than just an appetizer – because once you start snacking on these crostini, it’s almost impossible to stop! To make a dinner of all appetizers try pairing it with these steak and Boursin cheese crostini or cherry tomato “naked bruschetta” crostini.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Sweet, spicy, and savory all in one bite. Caramelized apples, smoky chorizo, and tangy blue cheese create a flavor combination that’s unforgettable.
- Elegant yet easy. These crostini feel restaurant-worthy but come together with just a few simple steps.
Key Ingredients in This Recipe
- Blue cheese – Blue veined cheeses have a characteristic sharp, salty flavor and creamy texture. They complement the sweet baked apples and spicy chorizo in this recipe. If you aren’t a big fan of blue cheeses try this recipe with Gorgonzola dolce, which is a young, milder and creamy variety of the cheese. If you prefer a more powerful, funky blue cheese give Roquefort a try.
- Apple – Gala apples are red-pink, aromatic apples with mild and sweet flavor. It’s now the top produced apple in the United States, surpassing both Red Delicious and Granny Smith. They’re great for both eating raw and cooking.
- Chorizo – This recipe uses Mexican chorizo, fresh pork sausage made from pork and spices. It’s made from a combination of fatty pork and sometimes additional parts of the animal as well (especially in many common commercial brands).
- Bread – I slice a French baguette to make the crostini. The slices are dipped in olive oil and broiled until just golden brown and crispy. To prep this ahead of time I recommend slicing the bread and storing it in a resealable plastic bag. Dip and broil the crostini just before serving so that it’s warm.
A full ingredient list with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Swaps and Substitutions
- If you’re not a fan of blue cheese, try goat cheese, or even a shredded sharp white cheddar for a milder twist.
How to Prep Crostini Ahead of Time
You can prep the apple and chorizo mixture up to a day in advance, then assemble and bake the crostini just before serving so they stay crisp. You can also slice the bread and store in resealable plastic bags for up to 3 days in advance.
How to Make Baked Apple, Blue Cheese and Chorizo Crostini (Step-by-Step)
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180ºC). Combine the melted butter, brown sugar and flour in a small bowl. In a 9×9” baking pan toss the apples with the brown sugar mixture then bake in the oven until the apples are soft and slightly golden, about 20 minutes.
Heat a medium sauté pan over medium heat. Remove any casing from the chorizo. Add the chorizo and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is completely cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the sausage to a paper towel-lined plate and allow to drain.
Preheat the broiler to medium-high. Dip one of the cut sides of each baguette slice in the olive oil, then arrange the slices, oil-side up on a baking sheet. Broil them just until golden brown, about 1 to 2 minutes.
Top each toast with a small spoonful of the chorizo and a small spoonful of the cooked apples. Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese over each and serve immediately.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! You can prep the apple and chorizo mixture up to a day in advance, then assemble and bake the crostini just before serving so they stay crisp. You can also slice the bread and store in resealable plastic bags for up to 3 days in advance.
Tart-sweet apples like Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, or Granny Smith balance beautifully against the salty cheese and spicy chorizo.
Yes! If you’re not a fan of blue cheese, try goat cheese, or even a shredded sharp white cheddar for a milder twist.
Yes! Just swap in sautéed mushrooms or soyrizo for a savory, meat-free alternative.
Other Recipes to Try
If you enjoy this baked apple, blue cheese and chorizo crostini, I recommend checking out some of these recipes:
Baked Apple, Blue Cheese and Chorizo Crostini
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Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons (packed) dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 large Gala apple, peeled, cored and diced into ¼” pieces
- ¾ pound Mexican pork chorizo*
- 1 French baguette, sliced into 1/2”-thick slices (approximately 15 slices)
- Extra-virgin olive oil, as needed
- ½ cup crumbled blue cheese
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180ºC). Combine the melted butter, brown sugar and flour in a small bowl. In a 9×9” baking pan toss the apples with the brown sugar mixture then bake in the oven until the apples are soft and slightly golden, about 20 minutes.
- Heat a medium sauté pan over medium heat. Remove any casing from the chorizo. Add the chorizo and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is completely cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the sausage to a paper towel-lined plate and allow to drain.
- Preheat the broiler to medium-high. Dip one of the cut sides of each baguette slice in the olive oil, then arrange the slices, oil-side up on a baking sheet. Broil them just until golden brown, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- To Serve, top each toast with a small spoonful of the chorizo and a small spoonful of the cooked apples. Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese over each and serve immediately.
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So many different tastes that go together so well! This appetizer will be the hit of any dinner party.