Unbroken: Haystack Crostini

These sweet and savory crostini feature toasted baguette rounds topped with melted sharp cheddar, sweet cherry preserves, crispy fried onions, and microgreens for a quick, impressive appetizer with the perfect balance of crunch, rich cheese, and fruitiness.

Ingredients

1 baguette, sliced into ½-inch rounds
1 tbsp olive oil
1 cup sharp aged Cheddar or smoked Gouda, shredded
1 container (approx. 3–4 oz) store-bought crispy fried onions or shallots
3 tbsp dark cherry or fig preserves
Microgreens (for color)
* Flaky sea salt & cracked black pepper

Directions

How to make it:

Toast the Bread

Brush baguette slices with olive oil and toast on a baking sheet at 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes until light golden.

Layer Jam & Cheese

Spread a thin layer of dark cherry preserves on each warm crostini. Top with a generous pinch of shredded aged cheddar. (Optionally pop back in the oven for 1 minute to melt slightly).

Pile High & Serve

Mound a massive handful of crispy fried onions on top of the cheese to create a loose "haystack. Top each crostini with micro-greens for color. Sprinkle with flaky salt and serve alongside your glass of Unbroken.