Description

Melon Burrata Toast with Chili Honey is a fresh and vibrant appetizer featuring creamy burrata cheese atop toasted crusty sourdough, paired beautifully with sweet melon, aromatic basil, toasted nuts, and a spicy-sweet drizzle of chili-infused honey. This easy gourmet snack is perfect for summer, combining contrasting textures and flavors into a delightful, elegant bite.

Ingredients

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Bread and Cheese

4 slices crusty sourdough or country bread, toasted
1 ball (8 oz) burrata cheese, torn into pieces

Fruit and Herbs

1 cup cantaloupe or honeydew melon (thinly sliced or scooped into small balls)
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

Nuts and Toppings

2 tablespoons pistachios or almonds (toasted and chopped)
2 tablespoons hot honey or chili-infused honey
Olive oil for drizzling
Flaky sea salt and black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Toast the bread: Toast the slices of crusty sourdough or country bread until they become golden and crisp. This ensures a sturdy base for the toppings and adds a satisfying crunch.
Drizzle olive oil: While the bread is still warm from toasting, drizzle a light amount of olive oil over each slice to enhance flavor and add a subtle richness.
Add burrata cheese: Generously top each piece of toast with torn pieces of the creamy burrata cheese, spreading it evenly to cover the surface.
Arrange melon: Layer the thinly sliced or small melon balls atop the burrata, combining sweetness and freshness that contrasts beautifully with the cheese.
Sprinkle basil and nuts: Scatter fresh basil leaves over the melon, then add the toasted and chopped pistachios or almonds for aromatic and crunchy notes.
Drizzle chili honey: Carefully drizzle hot honey or chili-infused honey across the top of each toast, adding a spicy-sweet dimension.
Season and serve: Finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt and a crack of black pepper to balance flavors. Serve immediately for the best texture and taste.

Notes

To make homemade chili honey, warm 1/4 cup honey with a pinch of red pepper flakes over low heat for 2–3 minutes, then let it cool before drizzling.
Experiment with different melon varieties such as watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew for a colorful and flavorful presentation.
For added texture, lightly toast nuts before chopping to enhance their flavor.