Sparkling Champagne Toast Elegance (Print)

Bite-sized toasts topped with creamy cheeses, prosecco grapes, and edible gold for festive occasions.

# What you'll need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 4.2 oz creamy white cheese (Brie or Camembert), rind removed, sliced
02 - 2.1 oz fresh goat cheese (chèvre), softened

→ Fruit

03 - 18 seedless green grapes
04 - 4 fl oz prosecco or Champagne

→ Base

05 - 12 thin slices white baguette or gluten-free bread, lightly toasted

→ Garnish

06 - Edible gold dust or glitter, for decoration
07 - 1 tbsp honey, optional for drizzling
08 - Pinch of flaky sea salt, optional

# Directions:

01 - Place grapes in a small bowl and cover with prosecco. Soak for at least 15 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
02 - Lightly toast the baguette or gluten-free bread slices and let cool to room temperature.
03 - Spread a thin layer of softened goat cheese onto each toasted slice.
04 - Layer a slice of creamy white cheese atop the goat cheese on each piece of toast.
05 - Place 1 to 2 prosecco-soaked grapes on each toast, pressing gently into the cheese.
06 - Lightly sprinkle edible gold dust or glitter over each toast for an elegant shimmer.
07 - Optionally drizzle honey and add a pinch of flaky sea salt to each toast.
08 - Arrange the toasts on a serving platter and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They take just 20 minutes but taste like you've been planning them all week—that's the kind of secret weapon every home cook needs
  • The contrast between the crispy bread, buttery cheese, and that burst of prosecco-soaked grape is genuinely addictive; you'll find yourself reaching for another one
  • Edible gold makes everything feel like a celebration, and somehow it makes people feel special in a way fancy plating alone never could
  • Naturally vegetarian and can easily be made gluten-free, so you're not stressing about dietary restrictions at your gathering
02 -
  • Drain those prosecco-soaked grapes thoroughly and pat them dry—this single step is the difference between a beautiful toast and one that falls apart. I learned this the hard way when I served slightly damp grapes to a group and watched someone's toast collapse mid-bite
  • Cheese temperature matters more than you'd think; room-temperature cheese spreads smoothly and layers beautifully, while cold cheese tears and creates an uneven base that throws off the whole bite
  • Don't assemble these more than 15–20 minutes before serving; the bread will start absorbing moisture from the cheese and lose its crucial crunch. Fresh assembly is really the secret here
03 -
  • If you're making these for a party and worried about timing, you can prepare the cheeses and slice the bread up to an hour ahead—just keep the cheese covered and the bread in an airtight container to prevent staleness. The actual assembly takes just minutes
  • Buy prosecco that's already open from a previous celebration or go for a less expensive bottle, since you're only using 120ml; this is one of those rare cases where you can absolutely use the less fancy option without any regrets
  • Edible gold is an investment that lasts through many celebrations—keep a small jar in your pantry and you'll be amazed how many dishes suddenly feel more special with just a whisper of shimmer
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