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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers

    Mushroom Bruschetta with Goat Cheese

    Published: Aug 10, 2022 · Modified: Sep 4, 2022 by Laura Reigel · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Crostini smothered with whipped lemon-scented goat cheese, then topped with perfectly browned mushrooms with butter and thyme.

    This appetizer is so easy but super impressive. You'll look like a 5-star chef at your next dinner party.

    The flavors are simple. Rich tangy goat cheese with a bright bite of lemon zest. The mushrooms have a buttery-thyme flavor. The combination is perfect.

    easy mushroom bruschetta with goat cheese spread

    I love having dinner parties, but I don't like being stuck in the kitchen while everyone else is having fun!

    Easy appetizer recipes are the solution! You can make them ahead of time and mingle just like everyone else when the party starts.

    Why You'll Love This Mushroom Bruschetta Appetizer Recipe

    • Both crunchy and savory appetizers
    • The recipe is easy and has only a few simple ingredients.
    • Mushroom Bruschetta is gorgeous. You're sure to get a ton of requests for the recipe.
    mushroom bruschetta appetizer recipe

    Ingredients You'll Need

    • Bread: Make sure it's a good sourdough or french baguette. Slice it on the diagonal. The slices should be about a half-inch thick.
    • Goat Cheese: Find unflavored goat cheese.
    • Butter: I always cook with unsalted butter.
    • Fresh Lemons: Buy organic unwaxed lemons if you can. You'll be using the zest in this recipe.
    • Mushrooms: I usually use baby Bella mushrooms for this recipe.
    • Fresh Thyme: You can usually find fresh herbs in the produce section. I have mine in the yard. Using fresh thyme makes a difference in this recipe.

    How to make Mushroom Bruschetta

    Step 1 — Make the Mushroom Topping

    • Start by warming the butter in a large skillet. You want to have enough room to spread the sliced mushrooms out so that they can get brown.
    • Add the sliced mushroom and salt and pepper. Sauté until the mushrooms are a nice golden brown. Remove from the heat and toss with the fresh thyme.
    mushrooms sauted in butter and thyme

    Step 2 — Make the Lemon-Scented Goat Cheese

    • Once the goat cheese is at room temperature, add the zest and pepper. Mix well, using a fork or spatula.
    • Add a little cream or milk to thin the mixture to a spreadable consistency.

    Step 3 — Toast the Crostini

    • Slice the baguette into half-inch slices. Make sure to slice the bread on the diagonal to have a larger surface area. Place them on a baking sheet and toast in the oven at 325℉. Watch the bread closely.
    • You can also use a toaster oven to toast your crostini.
    • For an extra layer of flavor, I like to rub the toasted crostini with raw fresh garlic cloves. This step adds a spicy garlicky note to the bread.

    Assembling the Mushroom Bruschetta

    • Butter each crostini with about a teaspoon or so of goat cheese.
    • Top with a few of the mushrooms.
    • Sprinkle with more fresh thyme if desired. This adds beautiful color to the dish.
    easy crostini recipe slathered with goat cheese and topped with sauted mushrooms

    Recipe Variations

    Bruschetta is a versatile recipe that can be made in a million different ways.

    The basic concept is Bread + Topping = A Delicious Appetizer.

    You can't go wrong if you follow this general formula.

    Can I use Gluten-Free Bread?

    Yes, absolutely. There are a lot of really good gluten-free bread options available these days. You can use a gluten-free sandwich loaf and cut the pieces into squares or triangles before toasting.

    Can I make this recipe Dairy-Free

    Yes, you can use a store-bought vegan cheese variety, such as Kite-Hill or try your hand at making my super simple Spreadable Cashew Cheese. You can adjust the herbs and spices in this cheese if desired.

    mushroom crostini on a black slate board

    More of my favorite appetizer recipes to try

    If you are looking for more party-pleasing appetizers, give a few of these a try!

    • Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls - Crunchy and spicy! Serve with blue cheese dip!
    • Ham and Cheese Palmiers - These are fun to make and impressive to serve.
    • Savory Roasted Nuts - Perfectly spiced and addictive.
    • Avocado Deviled Eggs - Topped with crispy bacon and fresh tomatoes.
    • Guacamole and Salsa - Chips and dips will never be happier.

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    Mushroom and Goat Cheese Bruschetta

    Laura Reigel
    Crostini, lemon scented goat cheese, perfectly browned mushrooms with butter and thyme. Any complaints? I didn't think so. These are so easy and so good. You will look like a 5-star chef if you bring these to your next dinner party.
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    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine Cooking School, Italian
    Servings 12 people

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 sourdough baguette sliced ½ inch sliced, toasted
    • raw garlic cloves for rubbing hot toasted bread

    Goat Cheese Spread

    • 5 oz goat cheese
    • 1 lemon zest
    • black pepper to taste
    • 2 tablespoon heavy cream

    Mushrooms

    • 2 cups sliced mushrooms
    • ½ stick unsalted butter
    • 8 stems fresh thyme
    • salt and pepper
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    Instructions
     

    Crostini

    • Slice sourdough baguette into ½ inch slices.
    • Toast until crispy. Watch closely. You can do this in a toaster oven or on a baking sheet at 400℉.

    Goat Cheese Spread

    • Add goat cheese, lemon zest, and pepper to a small food processor. Pulse until mixed. 
    • Add cream until the texture is like that of a nice spreadable butter. 
    • Set aside. 

    Mushrooms

    • Melt butter in a french skillet (or a large surface skillet) on medium-high heat.
    • Add mushrooms, salt generously. 
    • Saute mushrooms until they are a deep golden brown. 
    • Reduce heat and add thyme. 

    Assembly

    • Optional step: If you LOVE garlic, rub the toasted bread with a piece of raw garlic. 
    • Butter each slice with a sufficient amount of goat cheese. 
    • Top with golden mushrooms. 

    Laura's Tips + Notes

    I have tried with and without the garlic rub – they are both really tasty. It is a matter of preference... Do you need to repel vampires or not? That is the real question. 

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    About Laura Reigel

    Laura is the owner and CEO of Foodology Geek. She holds a degree in Physiology and Neuroscience as well as a Certification as a Nutrition Coach. Laura uses her love of cooking and science to create healthy real food recipes that you'll love eating.

    As a certified recipe hoarder, and meal prep maven Laura is passionate about sharing her love for cooking easy from-scratch recipes. She also shares the occasional family recipe and all of the technical details.

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    Comments

    1. Mia

      November 22, 2019 at 11:49 am

      I go to a local restaurant that serves this and this is all i get from there plus a glass of red wine. Finally found a recipe close enough to it! Thanks so much!!

      Reply
      • Laura

        December 04, 2019 at 10:38 am

        Thank you, Mia! I love making recipes with simple ingredients that satisfy a delicious craving.

        Reply
    2. Sheila Futrelll

      October 25, 2016 at 1:29 pm

      Since I love garlic, I would mince several cloves & add it to the skillet you are going to cook the mushrooms in. After sautéed, add mushrooms.

      Reply
      • Laura

        October 25, 2016 at 3:54 pm

        Yum Garlic. I have also rubbed the freshly toasted bread with a raw garlic clove before adding the topping. It adds a spicy garlic flavor.

        Reply
    3. Tiffany T

      October 25, 2016 at 9:20 am

      5 stars
      These tasty treats were like an appetizer, entree, and dessert, all in one! Meaning, they were tasty, bite-sized snacks to curb the initial hunger pains; savory and flavorful enough to satisfy; and delectable enough to to satiate. They were easy to make, and even easier to eat!

      Reply
      • Laura

        October 25, 2016 at 3:59 pm

        Thanks Tiffany for the awesome review! These would be an easy and impressive holiday brunch appetizer. Recipe 1- Done!

        Reply

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