• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Bowl Me Over
  • Home
  • Recipes
  • Subscribe
  • Instant Pot Guide
  • About Me
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact Me
    • Work with Me
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Subscribe
  • About
  • Contact
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Recipes
  • Subscribe
  • About
  • Contact
×

Home » Recipes » Appetizers and Beverages

Roasted Grape Crostini Recipe

Published: Jun 26, 2022 by Bowl Me Over · 48 Comments

Great with a glass of wine, these little appetizers are rich and savory. Roasting the grapes simply with olive oil, salt and pepper and serving them with a slice of cheese on a crunchy cracker or crostini, makes for an easy appetizer. Topping it off with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of salt adds the perfect touch of salty/sweetness in this savory bite!
Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

A simple crostini recipe with rich, savory flavor. Roasting the grapes simply with olive oil, salt and pepper and serving them with a smear of cheese on a crunchy cracker or crostini, makes for an easy appetizer. Topping it off with a drizzle of honey adds the perfect touch of sweetness to this savory bite.

Next time try the Pepper Jelly Recipe over a block of cream cheese.

Roasted Grape Crostini Recipe - Easy appetizer that is a showstopper! #EasyAppetizer #BowlMeOver
Roasted Grape Crostini - Easy appetizer that is a showstopper!
Jump to:
  • Why you'll love this recipe  
  • Ingredients
  • Instructions 
  • Equipment
  • FAQ's
  • Related recipes
  • Serving suggestions
  • Roasted Grape Crostini Recipe

Why you'll love this recipe  

✔️ It's super easy - love that!

✔️ Incredibly delicious. It will definitely give your party the WOW factor when you serve them

✔️ And the best thing? (Other than how amazingly delicious it tastes of course)....is that it's nearly effortless!

Ingredients

For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. 

  • creamy blue cheese or Cambazola is best for this recipe
  • crackers or crostini
  • red or green grapes
  • honey
  • sea salt
  • olive oil
  • salt and pepper

Instructions 

Crostini recipe with roasted grapes. There's a wedge of cheese on a silver tray and thick sweet honey drizzled onto the platter. In the background is a cast iron skillet with roasted grapes.
A wedge of cambozola cheese is perfect with the grapes. If you can't find cambozola, use a rich creamy blue cheese.

This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees
  2. Remove the cheese from the fridge and allow to come to room temperature.
  3. Remove the stems from the grapes, wash well. Place the grapes in a heavy skillet (cast iron works great here), drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt & pepper. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the grapes are caramelized.
  4. Assemble the crostini with a smear of cheese, top with a roasted grape, drizzle of honey and pinch of sea salt. Perfection!

Equipment

The following are affiliate links. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.   

A couple of items you might find helpful if you make this super yummy appetizer!

  • Honey Drizzle Stick (love these!)
  • Small Cast Iron Skillet

FAQ's

What do roasted grapes taste like?

Roasting grapes intensifies their flavor - they caramelize well because of their high sugar content and it enhances their flavor.

Can you air fry grapes?

Absolutely! Air fry the grapes at 400 degrees for about 10 minutes. They are done when the skin begins to darken and split.

What is the difference between a crostini and bruschetta?

Crostini is most similar to a crouton, thinly sliced and very crunchy. Bruschetta can be compared to garlic bread, thicker sliced with a crunchy toasted exterior and often rubbed with garlic for flavor.

What temperature do you cook crostini at?

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees, roasting the bread quickly to get it super crispy.

How do you make crostini?

Thinly slice bread. Brush lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toast until brown and crunchy, flip and do the same for side two.

A closeup picture of crostini topped with cheese, roasted grapes and a drizzle of honey. Each crostini recipe is topped with a pinch of salt.
This easy appetizer is a real crowd pleaser and perfect for any gathering!

Related recipes

Looking for more recipes for fabulous finger food? Here are a few of my favorites from the blog -

  • The easiest and BEST stuffed mushrooms - golden brown and savory these baked stuffed mushrooms are a savory bite!
  • Homemade pot stickers - another  savory bite with just a hint of sweet from the hoisin and heat from chili sauce with crunch from the water chestnuts, mmmm!
  • Three ingredient baked brie - trust me on this one, you're gonna want to stand there with a spoon and enjoy this sweet cheesy bite!

Serving suggestions

What made these appetizers even easier is I took a shortcut and served them on my favorite crackers - easy and delicious! Look for thinly sliced crunchy baked crackers - delish!

  • Top them with chopped nuts for an even more decadent treat or fresh raspberries.
  • Great with a glass of wine, these little appetizers are rich and delicious.
  • These are perfect for parties, date night or Mother's Day Brunch! They are simple to make with so little effort and such a big wow flavor factor!

Don't forget to check out my Amazon storefront for some of my favorite products! 🛍️

If you love this recipe please leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating! 

Roasted grape crostini's on platter.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
5 from 6 votes

Roasted Grape Crostini Recipe

Great with a glass of wine, these little appetizers are rich and savory. Roasting the grapes simply with olive oil, salt and pepper and serving them with a slice of cheese on a crunchy cracker or crostini, makes for an easy appetizer. Topping it off with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of salt adds the perfect touch of salty/sweetness in this savory bite!
Prevent your screen from going dark
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 15 -20
Calories: 79kcal
Author: Deb Clark
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Ingredients

  • A creamy blue cheese or Cambazola is best for this recipe
  • Crackers or crostini
  • 15-20 grapes
  • Honey
  • Sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper

I earn a commission from Instacart from qualifying purchases.

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees
  • Remove the cheese from the fridge and allow to come to room temperature.
  • Remove the stems from the grapes, wash well. Place the grapes in a heavy skillet (cast iron works great here), drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt & pepper. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the grapes are caramelized.
  • Assemble the crostini with a smear of cheese, top with a roasted grape, drizzle of honey and pinch of sea salt. Perfection!

Nutrition

Calories: 79kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 237mg | Potassium: 51mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 115IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 0.2mg
Tried this Recipe? Pin it Today!Mention @BowlMeOver or tag #BowlMeOver!

Sign up for my recipes here!!

Don't worry, we'll never share your email.

When I lived in Sacramento one of my best friends was (still is!) Nicole. At the time she worked raising money for a school that helps deaf children. Long story short after volunteering at the school my brother and I decided we wanted to put together a fund raiser for them - a wine tasting event.

There were some that said "we couldn't sell 10 tickets, let alone 50" which we proved wrong. But the night of the event was so rainy and awful, we began to doubt ourselves - who would want to come out in this weather? Pretty soon the first car pulled up and then another...and then another!

We sold out the event and raised nearly $10,000 dollars for the school!!

A picture of Deb and her friend Nicole with her service dog Shadow at the Houston Space Center in Texas.
Nicole, Shadow (Nicole's service dog) and I at the Houston Space Center in Texas.

What does this have to do with Roasted Grape Crostini? Well this was actually one of the appetizers we served at our wine tasting event.

More Appetizers, Snacks and Beverages

  • Creamy Guacamole Recipe
  • Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Bites
  • Easy Quesadilla Dip
  • Sticky Chicken Wings Recipe

About Bowl Me Over

Welcome to Bowl Me Over! My name is Debra and I send warm greetings from sunny California. I am a serious foodie – I’ve been known as the go-to girl in our family for years, catering weddings and anniversary parties. In the summer I help cook mountains of food for our family reunions. Often times things I create end up in a bowl, hence the name Bowl Me Over! Let's stay connected, you can email me at [email protected] and find me on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Emily Pelosi

    May 14, 2016 at 6:27 am

    Making these for a party tonight. Looks great.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 16, 2016 at 8:18 pm

      Hey that's great Emily - such an easy appetizer! What did everyone think?

      Reply
  2. Katerina

    May 13, 2016 at 10:01 pm

    Roquefort type of cheese are my husband and son's favorites. They would love these little bites!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 16, 2016 at 8:19 pm

      Yum, yum, yum Katerina - enjoy!!

      Reply
  3. Debi at Life Currents

    May 13, 2016 at 8:32 am

    This is a wonderful story; thanks so much for sharing it with us. I roasted grapes once and thought they were delicious. Why didn't I ever try it again? Well, I need to do it again so that I can make this beautiful appetizer! It looks so drool-worthy! And I love that you used my favorite blue cheese! Yum!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 13, 2016 at 11:01 am

      I know, right? So easy you forget it can be done! I hope you give this one a try, so yummy!!!

      Reply
  4. Catherine

    May 13, 2016 at 5:59 am

    What a elegant and creative idea for crostini and beautiful story behind it. Looks fabulous dear. xo, Catherine

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 13, 2016 at 7:33 am

      Thank you so much Catherine!

      Reply
  5. Shelley @ Two Healthy Kitchens

    May 13, 2016 at 4:42 am

    What a wonderful story about that fundraiser, and about your friendship that's lasted ever since! I can really see why this appetizer recipe is so special to you! Food is always better with a great backstory! 😀 Plus, it's gorgeous and looks fabulous! I've actually never roasted grapes before - that's something I really need to fix, and this is definitely the recipe to help me do that!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 13, 2016 at 7:35 am

      Same here Shelley, food most times has a story! 😀 I hope you give roasting grapes a try - so yummy, so unique & delicious.

      Reply
  6. Elizabeth

    May 12, 2016 at 11:14 pm

    5 stars
    My mouth is watering at your photographs! This recipe sounds so amazing!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 13, 2016 at 7:37 am

      Thanks so much Elizabeth, I hope you give it a try!

      Reply
  7. Nettie Moore

    May 12, 2016 at 5:45 pm

    5 stars
    Makes me drool! Yummy! Nettie

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 13, 2016 at 7:37 am

      Ahhh! Then I've done my job Nettie! 😀

      Reply
  8. christine

    May 12, 2016 at 5:35 pm

    I've been using strawberries alot in savory dishes but grapes? I've never thought of it! That cheese though - um yeah. Give this girl an appetizer like this and I'm all smiles.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 13, 2016 at 7:38 am

      Mmmm.....don't even get me started on strawberries, they are next on my list of fruit to roast - too yummy!

      Reply
  9. Michelle De La Cerda

    May 12, 2016 at 2:30 pm

    I will have to get some grapes next time I am at the store and roast them up!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 13, 2016 at 7:39 am

      Awesome, I hope you give it a try Michelle!

      Reply
  10. [email protected]

    May 12, 2016 at 1:16 pm

    5 stars
    As soon as set my eyes on these pictures my mouth started watering. What is better than a sweet and savory cheese crostini?

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 13, 2016 at 7:40 am

      Thanks Janette - I just love these little jewels!

      Reply
  11. The Food Hunter

    May 12, 2016 at 1:08 pm

    Now I'm craving blue cheese! this looks awesome.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 13, 2016 at 7:40 am

      Thank you Theresa!!!

      Reply
  12. Joanne/WineLady Cooks

    May 12, 2016 at 12:18 pm

    This is a beautiful spread and soooooo delicious. Would be a perfect appetizer for summer gatherings.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 13, 2016 at 7:49 am

      So true Joanne - glass of wine is about all it needs! 😀

      Reply
  13. peter @feedyoursoultoo

    May 11, 2016 at 10:03 am

    I have never roasted grapes before. The grapes paired with the creamy blue cheese is a perfect combination.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 11, 2016 at 1:29 pm

      You'll definitely want to give it a try Peter, I think you really love it!

      Reply
  14. KC the Kitchen Chopper

    May 11, 2016 at 8:14 am

    Cambozola is my favorite "blue" cheese. It goes so well with sweet and/or savory. Love the idea of the roasted grapes. Delish.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 11, 2016 at 1:30 pm

      Cambozola is so delish!! I hope you give the roasted grapes a try KC - it's a such treat!

      Reply
  15. Michaela Kenkel

    May 11, 2016 at 8:10 am

    5 stars
    This looks utterly divine!! I would love to just dig right in!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 11, 2016 at 1:31 pm

      Serve it up with some cocktails this weekend, you'll love them! 😀

      Reply
  16. Patty Haxton Anderson

    May 11, 2016 at 5:16 am

    Oh my these do look so good!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 11, 2016 at 1:33 pm

      So yummy, such a great appetizer!

      Reply
  17. Angela

    May 10, 2016 at 4:19 pm

    Oh wow, these are gorgeous!! Just a few simple ingredients but turned up! I've never roasted a grape... cant wait to try that!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 11, 2016 at 1:33 pm

      Then you definitely need to give it a go, you'll love the flavor Angela!

      Reply
  18. Gaye @CalmHealthySexy

    May 04, 2016 at 7:03 pm

    Hi Debra - What a great story about your wine-tasting event, and what a gorgeous recipe. Thanks so much for sharing with the Let's Get Real party.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 05, 2016 at 9:59 am

      Thanks Gaye - I always enjoy your party. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  19. Petro @ Creative Homemaking

    May 02, 2016 at 11:39 pm

    What a brilliant idea! I never would've thought of combining these ingredients but they seem like a perfect match!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 03, 2016 at 8:29 pm

      Thanks Petro! Give this a try - so yummy!

      Reply
  20. Ilka

    May 02, 2016 at 4:43 am

    This is such a tasty snack idea! Love the combination of all these unique flavors! Pinning and stumbling! Yum!!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 02, 2016 at 8:34 am

      Thanks Ilka - love this easier appetizer!!

      Reply
Newer Comments »

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Primary Sidebar

How I started over in life by Debra Clark
Why soup means so much to me.

Welcome to Bowl Me Over! My name is Debra and I'm the Soup Queen! I send warm greetings from sunny California.

More about me →

Weeknight Dinner Ideas

Weeknight Dinner Ideas

Reader Favorites

  • Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
  • Cracker Barrel Cheesy Potatoes
  • How to Make Gravy from Scratch
  • Taco Salad Casserole Recipe

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • TikTok
  • Twitter

Footer

^ back to top

About

  • Privacy Policy
  • About Me
as featured in

Contact

  • Contact

Copyright © 2023 Debra Clark