Ingredients
Smoked Salmon Spread
- 4 oz Smoked Salmon
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 2 tbsp Fresh Chives, chopped
- 1/8 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/8 tsp Salt
Bread and Topping
- 1 French Baguette
- 1 cup Hot Honey Sauce
- Olive Oil, for brushing
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the French baguette into 1/2-inch thick pieces. Lightly brush both sides of each slice with olive oil and arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Toast the Crostini: Bake the bread slices for 12-15 minutes until they turn lightly golden and crisp. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before assembling.
- Make the Salmon Spread: In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Use a hand mixer to blend until smooth and fully combined. Gently fold in the chopped smoked salmon and fresh chives to incorporate evenly.
- Assemble the Crostini: Spread a generous amount of the smoked salmon mixture on each cooled crostini. Drizzle each with hot honey sauce for a spicy-sweet finish. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Allow the crostini to cool completely before spreading to prevent the cream cheese mixture from melting.
- For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of fresh lemon or a sprinkle of dill on top before serving.
- Hot honey sauce can be made at home by infusing honey with chili flakes if you prefer a homemade touch.
- This recipe is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 day with toppings separate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
