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If you’re looking for a tasty appetizer with goat cheese, this sardine toast recipe calls for only 7 ingredients! It’s simple, delicious, and great for entertaining.
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Little toasts are always a hit at holiday parties. And for sardine lovers looking for flavorful canned sardine recipes, what better way to enjoy a biteful? I love this recipe because it’s approachable, calls for little ingredients, and can easily be doubled if need be. A lot of sardine fanatics prefer their favorite canned fish right out of the tin, but I don’t even think the purists will complain about the way we’ve turned them into a little savory appetizer with goat cheese.
If you’re looking for more appetizers that incorporate sardines, check out my sardine stuffed mini peppers or these pinwheel sandwiches with sardines. If you love the idea of serving toasts, you’ll love this quick tomato confit on toasts.
Why You’ll Love This
- It’s easy—These little sardine toasts are so easy to pull together, even last minute!
- It’s healthy—Both sardines and goat cheese pack a nourishing punch of Omega-3s, vitamins, and minerals.
Sardine Toast Ingredients
A full ingredient list with exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.
- Sardines—Quality matters when it comes to sardines, which is why I always opt for King Oscar. They’re hand-packed with high-quality ingredients and have a lot of fun flavors to choose from. For this recipe, I like using the Spicy Cracked Pepper. A smoked variety would also be lovely!
- Sweet cherry peppers—You want these from the jar, not fresh. That vinegar-y briny goodness brings a lot of flavor. I go with mild, but you can find hot ones too, if you prefer.
- Cream cheese—I like to mix my goat cheese with a bit of cream cheese for easier spreading. I do a one to one tablespoon ratio. In this recipe I use two tablespoons of each. You could use an herb and garlic or onion variety to jazz it up!
Recipe Variations & Modifications
- Baguette—I use a French baguette here which I oil and toast in the oven. For a nice short cut, you could use small toast-like crackers to make your sardine toast.
- Butter—You could use melted butter instead of olive oil.
- Cheese—You could use creamy whipped feta instead of goat cheese, or simply stick with cream cheese if you’re trying to keep things real simple. Adding some grated parmesan cheese would add some nice flavor as well.
- Veggies—Feel free to top these toasts with extra veggies, like tomatoes, ribboned spinach, or caramelized onions.
- Topping—A drizzle of balsamic glaze or pesto would go great over these crunchy toasts!
How to Make This Sardine Toast Appetizer With Goat Cheese
- Preheat the oven to 400º F.
- Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch slices and place them onto a baking sheet.
- Brush the baguette slices with the olive oil and pop them in the oven to roast for about 5-8 minutes, or until they’re just starting to turn golden and are nicely toasted; remove and let cool.
- Pop the goat cheese and cream cheese into a small microwave-safe bowl and heat it up in the microwave for about 15 seconds or until softened enough to whip it up and spread it easily.
- Evenly spread the goat cheese mixture over each crostini, then crack some black pepper on top.
- Top the crostini with slices of sweet cherry peppers followed by a sardine fillet.
- Sprinkle some freshly chopped parsley on top.
Recipe Tip
You can also toast your buttered baguette slices in a skillet! Just place them down in a hot cast iron pan and toast for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
How to Serve Sardine Toast
If you’re preparing a spread, this appetizer goes great alongside crispy fish croquettes, breaded air fryer mushrooms, or a meat and cheese platter. I also love them with a side of refrigerator pickles—so good!
Storage
- Sardine toast is best enjoyed when freshly made, but if you have leftovers, they can be stored in airtight containers for up to 2 days.
Why King Oscar Sardines?
When it comes to canned fish, you can taste the difference in quality. If you’re a seafood lover, you should be able to tell the difference between low-quality unsustainable options vs high-quality sustainable options by just looking at it. This is why I’ll always push for King Oscar. Their fillets are hand-packed with care with prime ingredients so you get the best when it comes to textures and flavors—not to mention health benefits.
Frequently Asked Questions
In general, yes! It does depend on what else you’re piling onto that toast, but sardines are a great source of Omega 3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals.
I like to use a nice smear of spreadable cheese, like cream cheese or goat cheese, and pickled veggies. Fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil also help kick sardines on toast up a notch.
Luckily, sardines go great with veggies whether fresh or pickled. So you can easily turn your snack into a wholesome choice.
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Sardine Toast Appetizer With Goat Cheese
Ingredients
- 8 1/2-inch thick slices of fresh baguette
- 2 TBSP olive oil
- 1 can King Oscar Brisling Sardines With Spicy Cracked Pepper, drained
- 2 TBSP plain goat cheese
- 2 TBSP plain cream cheese
- 4 sweet cherry peppers, sliced; stems removed
- A few cracks of pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400º F.
- With a serrated bread knife, slice the French baguette into 1/2-inch slices; place them onto a baking sheet.
- Using a pastry brush, pat the baguette slices with olive oil. Place them into the oven for about 5-8 minutes or until they start to turn golden, then remove them and let them cool.
- Put the goat cheese and cream cheese into a small microwave-safe bowl and heat it up in the microwave for about 15 seconds, or until it's softened enough to stir well and spread evenly.
- With a knife, spread the goat cheese mixture evenly over each crostin; crack some black pepper on top.
- Place slices of sweet cherry peppers on top of the goat cheese, followed by a sardine fillet.
- Top with some freshly chopped parsley and serve.
