Grape & Mascarpone Crostini with Crispy Shallots
Cheese
09/24/2026
Cheese
Sweet grapes, creamy mascarpone and crispy shallots make these crostini a study in contrasts. The baguette slices toast right in the shallot-infused oil, while lemon zest, honey and lavender give the mascarpone a bright, subtly floral finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this Grape & Mascarpone Crostini with Crispy Shallots recipe is an easy appetizer for parties, holidays or casual gatherings.
How To Make Grape & Mascarpone Crostini with Crispy Shallots
Stir mascarpone with lemon zest, honey, crushed lavender and black pepper, then season with Kosher salt. Thinly slice the shallots and lightly fry them in olive oil. Once crisp, transfer them to a paper towel or wire rack, then toast the baguette slices in the shallot-infused oil.
Spread each toasted baguette slice with the mascarpone mixture. Layer on sliced grapes and crispy shallots, then finish with fresh tarragon and additional lemon zest before serving.
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Ingredients:
- 8 Ounces Mascarpone Cheese
- 1 Lemon , zested
- 1 Tablespoon Honey
- 1/2 Teaspoon Lavender Buds , crushed
- Black Pepper , freshly cracked
- Kosher Salt , to taste
- 3 Shallot
- 1/2 Cup Olive Oil
- 1 Baguette , sliced
- 1/2 Cup Red Grapes , sliced crosswise
- Tarragon , to garnish
Directions:
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Begin by combining the mascarpone cheese, lemon, honey, lavender, and some fresh black pepper in a bowl. Season with salt to taste and set aside.
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Thinly slice shallots and lightly fry in olive oil before moving to a paper towel or wire rack.
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Working in batches, add baguette slices into the shallot-infused oil and toast.
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Top the toasted baguette slices with the mascarpone mixture, fresh sliced grapes, crispy shallots and fresh tarragon. Garnish with additional lemon zest and enjoy.
