Happy Summer!

After a long winter, it feels amazing to get out and soak up the sun! Summer is always filled with wonderful treats and adventures. We love spending time with with friends and family, the food, homemade ice cream, trips to the beach, and exploring the outdoors! One of my favorite seasonal appetizers is my Fruit Bruschetta. It’s a great summer treat because it’s sweet, light, and easily customizable. You can use any fruits you desire, but these are my favorite! Enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 8 oz Black Grapes, halved

• 8 oz Strawberries, halved

• 8 oz Pineapple, halved

• 1 Loaf French Baguette, sliced thin and baked

• 1 log Honey Goat Cheese, softened to spread

• 1 Tablespoon Cinnamon & Sugar

• 1 Tablespoon Pineapple Vinegar (sub. White Balsamic Vinegar)

• 1 Tablespoon Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar (optional)

• Fresh Basil, cut into thin strips

Directions:

① Wash and cut fruit and set aside to dry

② Set oven to 350*

③ Slice bread and place onto a greased cooking tray

④ Bake bread for 5 minutes on each side (or until golden brown)

⑤ Mix fruit, Cinnamon & Sugar, and Pineapple Vinegar in a large bowl

⑥ When bread is done, spread goat cheese onto bread

⑦ Top with fruit mixture (about 1 Tablespoon worth)

⑧ Garnish with basil and Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar

⑨ Chill until ready to serve and ENJOY!

* Other favorite fruits to use are: blueberries, raspberries, and pomegranate seeds.

* TIP: If you are taking this appetizer to a friend's house or event, wait and add the fruit there as these can be hard to transport. You can also put the fruit mix in a bowl and let guests add the fruit as they eat!