Blue Cheese, Apple, and Sage-Honey Crostini
Peer reviewed by UK recipe editorsAuthored by UK recipe editorsOriginally published 28 Jan 2026
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This elegant blue cheese, apple and sage-honey crostini is a sophisticated vegetarian starter that beautifully balances sweet and savoury notes. The combination of creamy, tangy gorgonzola and crisp, tart apple creates a classic flavour profile, while the homemade sage-infused honey adds a fragrant, earthy depth. It is a wonderful option for autumn entertaining, making the most of seasonal produce with very little effort.
Perfect for dinner parties or as a stylish canapé, these crostini are as visually appealing as they are delicious. The recipe uses simple, high-quality ingredients to deliver a restaurant-style result in under half an hour. Serve these toasts on a large platter alongside a glass of crisp white wine for a light and refreshing appetiser that your guests will love.
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Ingredients for Blue Cheese, Apple, and Sage-Honey Crostini
5 sage leaves
1/2 cup honey
1 baguette, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick slices
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
Kosher salt
freshly ground pepper
230g mild blue cheese (such as gorgonzola), room temperature
1/2 apple, thinly sliced (preferably Macintosh or Honeycrisp)
How to make Blue Cheese, Apple, and Sage-Honey Crostini
Back to contentsPreheat oven to 204°C. In a small saucepan, warm the sage and honey over medium-low heat until fragrant and the honey just begins to bubble, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes. Discard sage and let honey cool to room temperature.
Lightly brush one side of each bread slice with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place slices on a rimmed baking sheet and toast in oven until golden brown, about 7 minutes. Remove from baking sheet and let cool. Spread blue cheese on baguette slices and top with apples and walnuts. Drizzle toasts with sage honey.
Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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28 Jan 2026 | Originally published
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UK recipe editors
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