Taleggio, Pear & Honey Crostini
Taleggio, Pear & Honey Crostini, known in Italy as Crostini con Taleggio, Pera e Miele, is a beautifully balanced Italian appetiser that combines creamy cheese with delicate sweetness. Toasted rustic bread is topped with melted Taleggio, fresh pear slices and a drizzle of golden honey, creating a perfect harmony of flavours. Optional walnuts add a pleasant crunch, making this authentic Italian recipe ideal for aperitivo, starters or elegant entertaining.
- Author
- Affetto Italiano
- Prep Time
- 10 minutes
- Cook Time
- 8 minutes
- Servings
- 2
- Category
Aperitivo
- Cuisine
- Italian
Ingredients
- Rustic bread, sliced
- 150g Taleggio (shop here), sliced
- 1 ripe Pear, thinly sliced
- Honey
- Walnuts (optional)
Directions
- Toast the bread slices until golden.
- Top with taleggio slices and melt under the grill.
- Add pear slices and drizzle with honey.
- Finish with chopped walnuts if you fancy.




