Smoked Salmon Holiday Crostinis

These smoked salmon crostinis with a whipped caper & goat cheese spread are perfect for the holidays.

These fall crostinis with smoked salmon and a whipped caper-goat cheese spread are a festive, elegant appetizer that feels special without the stress. The creamy spread is tangy and savory with a briny punch from capers, perfectly balancing the rich, silky salmon layered on top. Served on golden, toasted baguette slices, each bite offers the ideal contrast of textures—crisp, creamy, and melt-in-your-mouth.

Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy fall dinner parties, this appetizer brings seasonal flair and just the right amount of indulgence. Garnish with fresh dill or a few microgreens for a bright finish, and you’ve got a small bite that looks impressive and tastes even better. It’s easy to prep ahead and assemble just before serving, making it a reliable go-to for entertaining. If you enjoy this crostini recipe be sure to check out my other crostini app ideas here!

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Smoked Salmon Holiday Crostinis

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Ingredients

Serves 12 Crostinis

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• ▢ Baguette
• ▢ Smoked salmon
• ▢ Pomegranate
• ▢ A few sprigs of dill

The Creamy Goat Cheese Spread:

• ▢ 6 oz goat cheese I used an herb goat cheese
• ▢ 1 heaping tbsp creme fraiche or sour cream
• ▢ Juice from 1/2 a lemon
• ▢ 3 tbsp capers
• ▢ Sea salt
• ▢ Pepper

Instructions 

• In a food processor, add all the ingredients for the goat cheese spread. Blend until smooth. Season to taste.
• Coat crostinis in olive oil and cook in a skillet for 2-3 min per side.
• Add spread to crostinis, a slice of smoked salmon, a few pomegranate seed. Garnish with a little sprig of dill. Enjoy!

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