Honey Pesto Goat Cheese Toast (10‑Min Vegetarian Sandwich)
- Updated on Jun 03, 2025
This quick goat cheese toast drizzles warm honey over tangy chèvre, bright basil pesto, and juicy pear on crusty whole‑grain bread. Ready in 10 minutes, it doubles as a sweet‑savory goat cheese sandwich for lunch or a party appetiser.
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Why You’ll Love This Goat Cheese Toast
- 10‑minute prep – broiler melts the chèvre in 2 minutes flat.
- Sweet‑savory combo of honey & pesto makes an instant flavour bomb.
- Vegetarian & high‑protein (10 g protein per slice).
I’ve also got a delicious tomato and savory jam breakfast or snack right this way. It’s totally unique, I guarantee you’ve never had anything like it!
If mushrooms are your thing, there’s a great mushroom with baked egg and cream cheese dish right here!
Ingredients & Substitutions
- Whole‑grain bread: Sourdough, ciabatta, or gluten‑free slices all work.
- Soft goat cheese (chèvre): Log or spreadable; swap with feta for a sharper taste.
- Honey: Maple syrup gives a vegan alternative.
- Basil pesto: Homemade or jarred; try red‑pepper pesto for colour.
- Pear slices: Optional – but pear and goat cheese toast is a seasonal hit.
- Fresh spinach or arugula: Adds crunch; baby kale works too.
- Olive oil & cracked pepper: Finish for café‑style polish.
By the way, a good knife and chopping board makes food prep SO MUCH EASIER! Check out this utensils list for recommendations.
How to make goat cheese toast
Toast bread until light golden.
Spread goat cheese generously on each slice.
Broil 2 min until cheese bubbles—melted goat cheese perfection.
Drizzle honey & pesto, add pear slices and spinach.
Season with olive oil and pepper; serve immediately.
Pro Tips
- Room‑temp chèvre melts quicker and avoids grainy texture.
- Thin honey with ½ tsp warm water for Insta‑worthy drips.
- Batch‑toast bread first, then broil cheese – perfect for appetiser platters.
Variations
- Fig & Goat Cheese Toast: Swap pear for fresh figs; becomes a honey fig goat cheese toast classic.
- Walnut & Balsamic: Add toasted walnuts, finish with balsamic glaze.
- Tomato Pesto Goat Cheese Sandwich: Layer sun‑dried tomatoes, close with second slice for a warm pressed sandwich.
Serving Suggestions
- Cut into bite‑size squares for holiday canapés.
- Pair with tomato soup for a quick vegetarian dinner.
- Add to a brunch board alongside Oeuf Cocotte for a high‑protein spread.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pear
- 2 oz goat cheese
- 4 tbsp pesto (or your favourite)
- 4 slices whole wheat bread (or rye bread)
- 1 handful baby spinach
- 2 tbsp honey
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Thinly slice the pear and slice the goat’s cheese.1 pear, 2 oz goat cheese
- Spread the pesto on each slice of bread.4 tbsp pesto, 4 slices whole wheat bread
- Layer the spinach next, then pear, then the goats cheese on top. Drizzle a little honey next. Season with a pinch of salt.1 handful baby spinach, 2 tbsp honey, Salt to taste
- Stick under the grill for 4-5 minutes. Done! If you’re feeling naughty add a little more honey. Yummy.
NOTES
Lots of places do gluten-free bread now – see if your local bakery or supermarket does, too! Jansen’s pro tip
If you’re not a fan of goat’s cheese just replace it with your favourite. Most types fit really well!
Nutrition
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I melt goat cheese in a toaster oven?
Yes—set toaster oven to broil/high and watch closely for 90 s.
Is goat cheese toast healthy?
Goat cheese provides 6 g protein per ounce and is lower in lactose than cow cheese.
What bread is best?
Dense sourdough or whole‑grain holds toppings and resists sogginess.
Storage & Meal‑Prep
Assemble toast fresh for best texture. Prep components (pear slices in lemon water, pesto‑honey mix) up to 1 day ahead.
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