I’ll keep this short today — it’s been a busy day and little Mr. Ford has been unusually fussy. After asking around, I discovered the trick: stand up, walk him, and gently sway or bounce until he drifts off. Apparently he hates being rocked while sitting. You learn something new every day.
Because of the chaos, I only have about 45 minutes to write this post before heading to life group, so I won’t ramble as usual. But don’t let the brief post stop you from trying the utterly delicious toasts shown here.
Honestly, it’s hard to beat the combination of garlicky toast, creamy goat cheese, sweet and savory caramelized onions, and toasted pine nuts. Each bite is a perfect balance of flavor and texture — you’ll be so glad you made these.
These toasts are simple, but each layer matters:
- The toast. Bake the bread until golden and crisp, then rub with a garlic clove for a big hit of flavor. That alone is wonderful.
- The goat cheese. Use spreadable goat cheese so it spreads smoothly over the toast. Creamy, tangy, and effortless.
- The caramelized onions. Cook the onions low and slow for 15–20 minutes, stirring often, until deeply browned and sweet. They taste rich as if they took forever to make.
- The pine nuts. Toast them briefly in a pan to bring out a warm, nutty flavor. Toasted pine nuts make a noticeable difference.
Finish with salt and black pepper, pair with a glass of wine, and you have an instant favorite — perfect for sharing with friends.
Toast has been trending lately, especially avocado toast. If you love avocado toast, my Roasted Garlic Avocado Toast is a longtime favorite. Toast is popular because the crunchy, toasty bread is the ideal base for endless flavor combinations, and many toasts start with a creamy spread like mashed avocado or cheese — goat cheese is a perfect example.
I’ve shared several toast recipes here before and there will likely be more. They’re easy, versatile, fun to make, and most importantly, delicious.
If you need something to bring to a gathering, these toasts are a winning choice. I like to keep caramelized onions and toasted pine nuts on hand so I can assemble a few toasts quickly for a snack or light lunch.
Each toast is 4 smart points.
Goat Cheese, Caramelized Onion, and Pine Nut Toasts
These goat cheese toasts combine savory and sweet elements for an easy, crowd-pleasing dish — ideal for a gathering or a satisfying snack.
- Author: Annie Chesson
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts
- 4 oz spreadable goat cheese
- Multigrain bread – 7 slices (from the bakery section — I used La Brea)
- Fat free cooking spray
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the sliced onions, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring frequently, until deeply caramelized, about 15–20 minutes.
- Meanwhile preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Arrange 7 slices of bread on a baking sheet and spray both sides lightly with cooking spray.
- Bake for 10 minutes, flip, and bake another 5 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Remove from the oven and rub a garlic clove across the surface of each slice.
- In a small pan, toast the pine nuts over medium heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant and golden.
- To assemble, spread about 1 tablespoon of goat cheese on each toast. Top with 2 tablespoons of caramelized onions and about 1/2 teaspoon of toasted pine nuts. Finish with salt and black pepper to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toast
- Calories: 132
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 177 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg
If you make this or any of my recipes, be sure to Instagram it and tag #thegarlicdiaries!
In the mood for more toast ideas? Try these recipes:
Roasted Garlic and Avocado Toast
Avocado, Arugula, and Tomato Toasts with Easy Balsamic Syrup
Peach, Goat Cheese, and Basil Toasts